Boy-lovers and their influence on boys: distorted research and anecdotal observations.

Abstract

A wide experience with boy-lovers has convinced the author that one can often learn more about them from reading some excellent novels than from so-called scientific studies. All too often research is unreliable because (1) it assumes pedosexual activity is a positive indicator of pedophilia; (2) no distinction is drawn between pseudo-pedophiles and real pedophiles; (3) no difference is recognized between boys and girls as partners; and (4) it is highly distorted by bias. Representative samples for research cannot be drawn from members of boy-love organizations. The incidence of violence is very low in pedophile contacts with boys. The influence can be strong in lasting relationships; it can be either wholesome or unwholesome. Within a relationship, sex is usually only a secondary element, although it can be important in sexual instruction and education. The impact of the law, the hostility of parents and the problem of the partners' inequality are discussed.

• Authors: E Brongersma
• Journal: Journal of homosexuality (J Homosex) Vol. 20 Issue 1-2 Pg. 145-73 ( 1990) ISSN: 0091-8369 [Print] United States
• PMID: 2086629 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)

Topics

• Adolescent
• Adult
• Child
• Child Abuse, Sexual (psychology)
• Homosexuality (psychology)
• Humans
• Male
• Pedophilia (psychology)
• Personality Development
• Psychosexual Development
• Sex Education
• Sexual Behavior
• Violence