Evolutionary theories of sexual offending focus on:

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Evolutionary theories suggest that sexual offending may be a strategy to increase reproductive success by increasing the likelihood of passing on an individual's genes. Offenders may believe that sexual activity with a child will increase their chances of impregnating a female or may be drawn to younger, more fertile partners.

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 Childhood experiences may also be a factor in the development of sexual offending behavior. Trauma or abuse in childhood may lead to a variety of emotional and behavioral issues, including sexual offending. Some studies have suggested that individuals who experienced physical or sexual abuse as a child are more likely to engage in sexually deviant behavior as adults.

Evolutionary Theories of Sexual Offending Focus On