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To What Degree Does Society View Pedophilia As A Crime?

Throughout the world, the protection of children is the main priority. When it comes to the United States, pedophiles are seen as a threat to the wellbeing of kids of ages of 13 and under. Pedophilia is a mental disorder that can be treated; however, there is no cure for it. This means that pedophiles could be treated in a manner that protects both the pedophile and the youth. In the United States pedophilia is seen more as a criminal case than a mental disorder resulting in criminal cases of pedophilia not decreasing and the endangerment of the pedophile and their mental health.
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