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An Exploratory Study of Child Molesters’ Relationship Patterns Using the Core Conflictual Relationship Theme Method

Martin Drapeau

McGill University

Yves de Roten

University of Lausanne

Annett C. Körner

University of Freiburg

This study examined the relationship patterns of N = 20 child molesters (CM) using the Core Conflictual Relationship Theme (CCRT) method. The relationship patterns of the CMs were compared with those of a control group of N = 20 subjects from an out patient counseling service. Results showed that CMs had significantly less wish to be controlled, hurt, and not responsible than the control group. No significant difference was found between both groups for the CCRT response of other component (RO). For the response of self (RS) component, results indicated that CMs reported more relationship episodes in which they felt respected and accepted and self-controlled and self-confident. The authors suggest that these interactions could be indicators of the CMs’attempts to attribute blame to others andpresent themselves as victims. It is also suggested that CMs may have core issues involving autonomy and control.

Key Words: child molesters • pedophiles • Core Conflictual Relationship Themes • CCRT • relationship patterns

Journal of Interpersonal Violence, Vol. 19, No. 2, 264-275 (2004)
DOI: 10.1177/0886260503260248
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