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German NOUN C1 Rank 12941

die Pädophilie

pedophilia

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die Pädophilie

pedophilia

A psychosexual disorder characterized by a primary or exclusive sexual interest in prepubescent children. Pedophilic acts are punishable by law in most countries.

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Pädophilie ist ein komplexes Thema, das sowohl aus psychiatrischer als auch aus juristischer Sicht betrachtet werden muss.

Pedophilia is a complex topic that must be considered from both a psychiatric and a legal perspective.

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Pädophilie vs Kindesmissbrauch

child abuse

'die Pädophilie' and 'der Kindesmissbrauch' belong to a very sensitive area, but they do not mean the same thing. 'Pädophilie' refers to a psychosexual disorder, that is, a sexual interest in prepubescent children. 'Kindesmissbrauch' refers to an act or behavior in which a child is harmed sexually, physically, or emotionally. The words can be confused because they sometimes occur in the same context. The important point is: 'Pädophilie' describes an inclination or disorder, while 'Kindesmissbrauch' describes abuse of a child.

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Pädophilie

In der Fortbildung lernen Fachkräfte, wie sie mit dem Thema Pädophilie verantwortungsvoll umgehen.

In the training course, professionals learn how to deal responsibly with the topic of pedophilia.

Kindesmissbrauch

Der Verein hilft Betroffenen von Kindesmissbrauch und bietet vertrauliche Beratung an.

The organization helps people affected by child abuse and offers confidential counseling.

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