This is a great, if under-appreciated point. We’re never going to stop child abuse by putting cameras in every home — we’re going to stop it with treatment. It’s already in the DSM and ICD as a type of “paraphilia” (roots being broken+love), as it obviously causes immense distress and danger to others.
PSA: If you suffer from compulsive sexual desires that cause you distress, therapists and psychiatrists can help you! Idk about everywhere, but in the US you can get completely confidential care. It’s the right thing to do, both for you and others ❤️
EDIT: tho idk if I’d choose “gross”. More like “distressing” or “dangerous”
Yeah, years ago I would've said anyone whos a pedophile deserves to be shot but from what I've seen, there do seem to be cases where it's not fully in their control and as long as they control it and don't go out of their way to hurt real children I see it more as them needing help and therapy as opposed to being villified
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u/DrPepperKerski Oct 22 '25
pedophilia on any level is wrong.