Pedophiles do not have to have sexual contact with a child to warrant the diagnosis.

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Pedophilia is defined as a persistent sexual interest in prepubescent children. The diagnosis of pedophilia is based on the person's thoughts, fantasies, urges, or behaviors involving sexual activity with a child. It is not necessary for the person to have actually engaged in sexual activity with a child to meet the criteria for the diagnosis of pedophilia.

Pedophiles Do Not Have to Have Sexual Contact with a Child