Why is it important to diagnose paraphilias

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Text Terry, K. J. (2012). Sexual Offenses and Offenders: Theory, Practice and Policy. Belmont, CA; Wadsworth. Read Chapter of the textbook. Afterwards, answer questions 1, 3 and 5 on page 69. Once you have posted your answers, engage in blackboard discussions with your classmates about any or all of the questions.

Questions:

1. Why is it important to understand the theoretical underpinnings of sexual abuse ?

3. What are some of the critical factors that play a role in explaining why people commit sexual offenses ?

5. Why is it important to diagnose paraphilias? "Did You Know...? "

On page 52-53 of textbook answer questions 1 on the bottom of page 53.

1. Should a person be diagnosed with a paraphilias if he spends hours every day looking at pornography on the internet ? Why or why not ? Title: First ever female serial killer: Aileen Wournos | 60 Minutes Australia (Time 14:09) YouTube Case Study Read case study then answer questions on bottom of page 70 by addressing question 2 on the bottom.

2. What theorries best explain Aileen Wuornos's behavior ?

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