How can I get over being sexually attracted to children?
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Q. When I see a child, I always imagine them naked. What shall I do?

Answered by
Dr. Ashish Khandelwal
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Oct 07, 2013 and last reviewed on: Jul 21, 2023

Hi doctor,

When I see a child, whether in public or at home, I always imagine them naked. I look at them and start to visualize them in sexual situations. I want to keep looking at them, even though I know I should not. I am always watching naked kid images on the internet. I do not believe I actually want to have sex with a child although I am not able to stop myself from thinking this way. What shall I do?

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Yes, the problem is very much distressing. This is a type of obsession called as sexual obsession.

Also, we need to evaluate you whether you have symptoms of being a pedophile (sexually attracted to children).

For treatment, you should go to your nearest psychiatrist immediately. You should not delay it. Treatment includes medication plus psychotherapy and talking therapy, which a psychiatrist can provide to you. Or you can seek online appointment and discuss your problem in detail.

For further information consult a psychologist counsellor online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/psychologist-counsellor


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