Which type of child molester is often childlike, selects children as sexual objects because they are less demanding and more easily dominated, is not interested in physically harming the child, truly loves children and does not want to harm them?

• A. Morally indiscriminate child molester
• B. Regressed child molester
• C. Fixated child molester
• D. Naive or inadequate child molester

Answer: (C)

Fixated offenders are defined by a long-standing, immature pattern and a primary sexual interest in children. They choose child victims because children are easier to control and less demanding, fitting their need for a dominance-based dynamic. Importantly, this type is not typically motivated by a wish to physically harm; many will describe affectionate feelings toward children and insist they do not intend to hurt them. The attraction tends to be persistent and centered on children, rather than being triggered by situational factors. This distinguishes them from other offender types, who may offend under stress, out of general sexual interest, or due to social inadequacy.