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Olga Sánchez de Ribera1, Genée Pienaar1
1Department of Criminology, The University of Manchester, Williamson Building, Manchester, England, UK M13 9QQ.
Abstract:
Traditional responses to child sexual abuse (CSA) have predominantly focused on criminal justice interventions. Recently, attention has shifted towards secondary prevention programs targeting non-offending adults sexually attracted to minors (ASAMs). This discussion article explores the legal, political and cultural contexts influencing the development and implementation of such programs. It begins by clarifying the concepts of pedophilia and hebephilia, then outlines the value of adopting a public health approach to CSA prevention. It reviews secondary prevention programs targeting ASAMs across various countries, highlighting how contextual factors affect their design, delivery, and outcomes. Recommendations are offered to improve the implementation, transferability, and overall effectiveness of these programs.
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