Female Sex Offenders Compared to Male Offenders Research Paper by Nicky

In this article, the writer notes that as a whole, literature indicates that although most sexual abusers are male, child sexual abuse by women does occur, and it is probably less rare than once believed. The writer points out that research differs about just how frequently women sexually abuse children, what type of women are involved in the sexual abuse of children and under what circumstances women sexually abuse children. This archival comparison study answers the questions of who these females are, as well as the similarities and differences they share with their male counterparts. Quantitative measures are used to compare the psychological characteristics of male and female sex offenders using the results of the standardized testing instruments. The writer explains that the results of this study can be used to better understand the characteristics of female child molesters, as well as to recommend a course of treatment. The writer concludes that studies show that there is a need for more research on female child molesters as they often go unreported, or unnoticed, and considered not to be as important as their male counterparts.

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Abstract
Introduction
Statement of the Research Problem
Definition of Key Terms
Brief Overview of Related Literature
Review of the Literature
Methodology
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