This study examined the past sexual experiences, as well as the
prevalence of sexual thoughts and fantasies concerning the sexual
contacts of 35 adult men who were sexually abused during their
childhoods. More specifically, their past sexual contacts, thoughts
and fantasies of desired sexual contacts, and perceptions of sexual
contacts were investigated. A group of 33 adult men with no history of
sexual abuse was included for the purpose of comparison. A 72-item
questionnaire was used to collect data. The results indicated that
male childhood sexual abuse may contribute to the prevalence of sexual
thoughts and fantasies about sexual contact with male children and
adolescents. Despite the prevalence of sexual thoughts and fantasies
about sexual contact with boys, the adult male survivors surveyed
claimed not to be accepting of sex between adults and children.