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From a young age, i would ask other children to be my doctor and touch me inappropriately. they were usually 2 years or so older or younger. never forced but in locked rooms. when i was 6-10 years old. i am worried i abused them. is it abuse?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

talk to therapist.: Sexual Experimentation in children of this age is common. If it is reciprocal and non forced, then it is not abuse. If the age difference or maturity level is 4 years or more, or a person with limited or delayed mental capacity is involved, then there is concern about abuse. You may want to discuss this with a therapist to determine why you feel such worry.

Answered 10/5/2020

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