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The experiences and perceptions of 25 boys in on-going relationships with pedophiles in the Netherlands were studied using a semi-structured interview technique. Areas of personal significance or value to the boys, including the pedophile relationship, the pedophile himself, and the sexual contact, were investigated for their emotional meaning and salience. The older partner and pedophile relationship were found to be significant but not overly important aspects of the boys' experiences. The partner and relationship, including sexual aspects, were experienced in predominately positive terms; evidence of exploitation or misuse was absent. Implications of findings from this convenience sample are discussed in terms of research and social policy.
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This research was carried out in the Department of Sociology of Primary Groups and Socialization Processes (No. 716501;arb vo 7272) with a supplementary grant from the Netherlands Association for Sexual Reform (NVSH). The author may be reached at:Rijksuniversiteit Utrecht, Instituut voor psychologie en persoonlijkheidsleer, 3512 JK Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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Sandfort, T. Pedophile relationships in the Netherlands: Alternative lifestyle for children?. J Fam Econ Iss 5, 164–183 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01091326
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