Pathways to CSAM Offending

Overview

This briefing document summarizes key findings from “Accessing child sexual abuse material: Pathways to offending and online behaviour” by Wortley et al. (2024). The research, based on a self-report questionnaire of 75 male CSAM offenders in a community-based treatment program, offers critical insights into how individuals become involved with CSAM, their online behaviors, and factors influencing their offending.

Summary

I. Pathways to CSAM Offending

The study reveals a progressive and often inadvertent entry into CSAM offending.

• Inadvertent Exposure and Curiosity:

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