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Why do so many priests molest children?
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There are a number of potential reasons why priests would molest children. Unfortunately, many priests who have abused children have committed the offense due to their own psychological and emotional issues that they have not been able to process. They may feel a sense of power or control over the children due to their position of authority. In addition, they may feel a sense of closeness and intimacy that is disproportionate to their normal bounds with a congregant. For many priests, the lure of the secrecy that such offenses entail may be alluring, leading them to repeat their offense. Finally, their access to children in certain contexts may provide them with ample opportunity to engage in these acts unchecked, which leads to a sense of security in their actions as well.