scholarly journals Management of adult sex offenders

1998 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Josanne Holloway
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Sampling Methods ◽  
Sexual Assaults ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
Prevalence Studies ◽  
True Incidence ◽  
Male Offenders ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Adult Sex Offenders

The true incidence and prevalence of sexual abuse against children is difficult to ascertain. Differing sampling methods, definitions of sexual abuse and methods of information-gathering have a significant effect on the rates reported. General population studies (Morrison et al, 1994) in the USA and Europe reveal a rate between 0.7 and 1.83 per 1000 children. Data from prevalence studies (Morrison et al, 1994) highlight large differences, with rates varying from 7 to 62%; meanwhile, only between 2 and 17% of sexual assaults are reported to the police. Many of the reported offenders are not prosecuted because of difficulties with the child's statement. Some offenders are cautioned, others are charged with specimen charges or have their charges downgraded. Despite an increase in the reporting of sexual offences since the 1970s, they account for only approximately 3% of all offenders on probation and 8% of male offenders in prison even though the number and length of prison sentences for sex offenders has increased since the 1970s. Convicted female offenders remain a very small group with only 23 convicted female sex offenders in custody in 1989.

Preventing child sexual abuse and the use of child abuse images: the Prevention Project Dunkelfeld as an international perspective

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Klaus M. Beier
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Child Pornography ◽  
Sexual Exploitation ◽  
International Perspective ◽  
The Body ◽  
World Health ◽  
Sexual Offences

Paedophilia—a sexual preference for the body scheme of pre-pubescent children—is defined as a disorder within the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) of the World Health Organization as well as within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) of the American Psychiatric Association. Contrary to popular belief, not all sex offenders who target children are paedophiles, and not all paedophiles commit sexual offences. But quite obviously paedophilia is an emotionally charged and controversial topic, which might be an explanation for putting it out of focus within the healthcare system. Mental health professionals are mainly (and worldwide) not well trained in terms of assessment methods and intervention techniques available to develop and implement effective policies and practices. This presents an obstacle for prevention, in that proactive strategies to protect children from child sexual abuse and sexual exploitation by online offences, such as the consumption or distribution of child abusive images (so-called child pornography), which emphasises the internationally relevant dimension of the issue. The article will address key concerns and questions in dealing with this clinically relevant population, offer insights into a primary prevention approach developed in Germany, and discuss the situation on a European level.

Public perceptions of sex crimes and sex offenders

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark C. Stafford ◽  
Donna M. Vandiver
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Sex Offender ◽  
Rape Myths ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Sex Crimes ◽  
Sexual Assaults ◽  
Residence Restrictions ◽  
Laws And Policies

Sex crimes and sex offenders generate considerable public fear and worry, yet many public perceptions about sex offenders are inaccurate. Links between fear of sex crimes, especially rape, and fear of other types of crime are considered. The essay reviews research on public perceptions of sex offender laws and policies, including registration laws, notification laws, residence restrictions, punishment and treatment of sex offenders, and civil commitment. Discussion focuses on the perceptions of criminal justice officials, lawmakers, sexual abuse professionals, and survivors of sexual assaults. Inaccuracies in public perceptions of sex crimes and sex offenders are explored, with a special focus on rape myths. Despite the inaccuracy of many public perceptions of sex crimes and sex offenders, what cannot be overlooked is the harm that sex offenders actually cause.

scholarly journals Developmental Factors in Adolescent Child Sexual Offenders

2011 ◽  
Vol 38 (11) ◽  
pp. 1089-1102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Dennison ◽  
Benoit Leclerc
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Sexual Offenders ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Sexual Offense ◽  
Male Adolescents ◽  
Adolescent Sexual Offenders ◽  
Developmental Factors ◽  
History Of ◽  
Adult Sex Offenders

Scholars have studied developmental factors relevant to adult sex offenders. These factors, however, have not been of interest so far in the area of adolescent sexual offenders. Given the paucity of research in this area, this study examines developmental factors that may be relevant in understanding why some offenders become persistent throughout the course of adolescence. The sample consisted of male adolescents convicted of a sexual offense against a child. Compared to nonrepeat sexual offenders ( n = 80), repeat sexual offenders ( n = 27) were characterized by a history of sexual abuse victimization and inappropriate sexual behaviors. However, offenders who had a history of sexual abuse but who did not exhibit inappropriate sexual behaviors were more likely to be classified as repeat sex offenders.

scholarly journals Online child sexual exploitation material: A comparison from police data on men charged with child sexual exploitation material exclusively and men charged with contact child sexual abuse exclusively

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel J. Nicol ◽  
Danielle A. Harris ◽  
Mark R. Kebbell ◽  
James Ogilvie
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Sex Offender ◽  
Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Community Supervision ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
Treatment Protocols ◽  
Child Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Police Data

We do not know whether men who access Child Sexual Exploitation Material (CSEM) are contact child-sex offenders using technology - or a new and different type of child sex offender. This study compares men who were charged with Contact Child Sexual Abuse (CCSA) (n = 95) exclusively, and men who were charged with offences involving online CSEM (n = 99) exclusively. This is the first study of its kind in Australia, the first to divide participants into mutually exclusive offending type groups and to do this using police data. Logistic regression results indicated that CSEM offenders were significantly more likely to be older, more likely to be employed, have fewer criminal charges and supervision violations compared to CCSA offenders. The findings further highlighted the heterogeneity of those charged with child sexual offences based on offence typology. The identification of demographic, lifestyle and interpersonal characteristic differences between online CSEM and CCSA offenders’ questions the use of uniform approaches to community supervision and treatment protocols. The implications of these findings are discussed in light of an increased volume of people charged with CSEM offences.

Sexual abuse history among adult sex offenders and non-sex offenders: A meta-analysis

2009 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 179-192 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashley F. Jespersen ◽  
Martin L. Lalumière ◽  
Michael C. Seto
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Abuse History ◽  
Adult Sex Offenders

Child molesters and other sexual offenders

2020 ◽  
pp. 1433-1441
Author(s):  
Stephen J. Hucker
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Sex Offenders ◽  
Sexual Offenders ◽  
Ethical Dilemmas ◽  
Child Molesters ◽  
Sexual Assaults ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
General Terms ◽  
Sexual Behaviours ◽  
Wide Range

General psychiatrists, and not just forensic specialists, will encounter sex offenders, as well as their victims, in their practices and need to be familiar with the topic in general terms. Broadly, sexual assaults can encompass a wide range of unlawful sexual behaviours, ranging from the non-contact and ‘hands-off’ types through to very severe attacks that can include murder. The clinical and criminological characteristics of these types are summarized in this chapter, as well as the essentials of general and risk assessment of those charged with, or convicted of, sexual offences, psychological and pharmacological treatments and their efficacies, and the ethical dilemmas that can make work in this area a challenge.

Right to Protection against Sexual Abuse and Exploitation

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asha Bajpai
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Commercial Sexual Exploitation ◽  
Child Victims ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
Minor Children ◽  
Marriage Laws ◽  
Education Act ◽  
International Instruments

Child sexual abuse and exploitation covers the sexual maltreatment of both children and young people. Part A deals with child sexual abuse (CSA) in India, its magnitude, and child sexual abuse in institutions. It deals with the national legal regime relating to CSA including the constitutional provisions, Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO). Law reform relating to some provisions in POCSO, child marriage laws, Right to Education Act and, and child victims and witnesses is recommended. Part B deals with commercial sexual exploitation and trafficking of minor children in the context of organized exploitation for commercial gain. The Indian laws dealing with commercial sexual exploitation and pornography are included. Important judgements and international instruments dealing with child sexual abuse and exploitation and the important role played by NGOs and government in dealing with cases of CSA and exploitation are included.

Selected legal aspects of sexual abuse prevention

2021 ◽  
Vol 143 (3) ◽  
pp. 219-233
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Badźmirowska-Masłowska ◽  
Jacek Rosa
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Legal Aspects ◽  
Abuse Prevention ◽  
Sexual Abuse Prevention ◽  
Sexual Offences ◽  
Public Authorities ◽  
Legal Perspective ◽  
The Status ◽  
The Subject ◽  
And Control

The article on selected aspects of sexual abuse prevention presents the subject matter from the legal perspective and discusses the issues concerning prevention and control of sexual offences in Poland. The article refers to the status of the child in criminal law and applicable provisions under the Directive 2011/92/EU and the Lanzarote Convention concerning prevention, assistance and support for juveniles. In this context, presented have been the obligations of the state (public authorities), including the police, to prevent this type of crime as well as the diffi culties associated with the implementation of relevant tasks. The conclusions indicate the problems that require practical solutions.

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