Stigmatization of People With Pedophilia: A Blind Spot in Stigma Research

@article{Jahnke2013StigmatizationOP,
  title={Stigmatization of People With Pedophilia: A Blind Spot in Stigma Research},
  author={S. Jahnke and J. Hoyer},
  journal={International Journal of Sexual Health},
  year={2013},
  volume={25},
  pages={169 - 184}
}
ABSTRACT. Stigmatization restricts people's opportunities in life and has severe consequences on mental health and psychological well-being. This article focuses on stigmatization research on pedophilia. Based on an extensive literature search, it reviews studies that have empirically determined lay theories, stereotypes, prejudices, and discrimination against people with pedophilia, as well as the effect of stigma on this group. The review reveals a scarcity of empirical studies on the subject… Expand
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