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My 42 year old wife of 21 years, with two teenage daughers, was recently arrested and charged with having sexual relations with a 15 year old student at the school that she worked.

Why/how this could this have happened from a psychological standpoint?
Answered by: Meg Kaplan

It is important to remember that your wife has been accused, but not found guilty.

There are many reasons an individual might engage in this behavior. Organic factors should be ruled out. I would suggest a thorough evaluation be conducted by an expert in the field of female sexual abuse. There is effective treatment for individuals who have this problem.

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Meg Kaplan, PH.D.
Director,Sexual behavior Clinic 

Dr. Kaplan is the director of the Sexual Behavior Clinic where she conducts clinical evaluations and treatment for adolescent and adult sexual disorders.


Dr. Kaplan conducted clinical research in the area of human sexuality and psychosexual disorders since 1979.

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