What does pedophilia mean?
A psychological disorder in which an adult or older adolescent is sexually attracted to prepubescent children. This attraction is typically intense and persistent, and can cause significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
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"The study of pedophilia aimed to understand the underlying causes of this complex and often stigmatized condition."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.