Which of the following people best illustrates the most common type of pedophile?
A) Werner, who is sadistic and enjoys causing pain.
B) Frank, who is interpersonally unskilled and feels in control when dominating a child.
C) Norman, who is bisexual and but who cannot respond sexually to adult men or women.
D) Ben, who has low self-esteem and fantasizes about being dominated by others in sexual relationships.

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Interpersonal unskilledness and a desire for control are common characteristics of pedophiles. This type of pedophile may also have low self-esteem and use their relationship with a child to boost their sense of power and authority. While some pedophiles may also have sadistic tendencies (choice A), bisexuality (choice C), or a desire for submission (choice D), these traits are less commonly seen in the most prevalent type of pedophile.

Which of the Following People Best Illustrates the Most Common