La pedofilia y pederastia infantil en el ecuador

Abstract

Taking into account that the main objective of the Law is to regulate the behavior of people in a given place and time through proper regulation, it is possible to regulate the new problems by conducting an analysis of today´s society. This is the reason why the problem of inappropriate behaviors against the sexual integrity of girls, boys and adolescents has been identified. The purpose of this research project is to identify these behaviors and to determine the correct method to regulate the pedophilia and pederasty practiced in Ecuador. Pedophilia and pederasty are conducts against the sexual integrity of children. They are worldwide problems which entail each and every attitude, condition or action, in this case of one or several adults, towards a minor or minors under 14 years of age with the simple purpose of achieving sexual satisfaction, and, hence, they imply both physical and mental damage. It could be said that these behaviors denote an imbalance in the integral development of the minor, as the aggressor achieves his goal through force or manipulation. While this phenomenon has always been true, what has changed are the circumstances because we currently live in a society that does not tolerate aggression. This is why this topic is now known as a very relevant fact. This practice brings several consequences both in the short and long terms; consequences such as low self-esteem, insecurity, psychosomatic problems, loneliness, depression, anxiety, school failure and even suicide. It is necessary to remember that the Constitution of the Republic of Ecuador of 2008 declares Ecuador to be a Constitutional State of rights and justice, so one of its fundamental characteristics is the respect for the dignity of the person, living together in peace and its social tranquility.