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Cognitive-behavioral treatment for professional sexual misconduct among the clergy

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Inappropriate sexual behavior by professionals has been reported in increasing numbers. This article focuses on the cognitive-behavioral treatment of clergy who have acted out sexually. Case studies are used to identify the various issues and facets of treatment. The article concludes with a program designed to return previously offending clergy to active roles within their denominations is described.

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  1. Behavioral Medicine Institute of Atlanta, 3280 Howell Mill Road, N.W., Suite T-30, 30327, Atlanta, Georgia

    Brent W. Warberg LCSW, Gene G. Abel M.D. & Candice Osborn M.A.

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Warberg, B.W., Abel, G.G. & Osborn, C. Cognitive-behavioral treatment for professional sexual misconduct among the clergy. Pastoral Psychol 45, 49–63 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02251409

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