Bonding Quote by John Money
“If I were to see the case of a boy aged ten or eleven who's intensely erotically attracted toward a man in his twenties or thirties, if the relationship is totally mutual, and the bonding is genuinely totally mutual, then I would not call it pathological in any way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Sexual Identity Debate, 1975
Mutual, consensual adult‑young relationships may not be pathological, challenging conventional norms.
In simple terms: Consensual adult‑young love isn’t always a disorder.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about age‑gap relationships.
Themes
sexuality
consent
social norms
psychology
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
ethical
psychological
When to use this quote
- counseling
- legal policy
- education
- social services
Key Concepts
gender studies
ethical philosophy
developmental psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure true consent in age‑gap relationships?
- What safeguards protect young individuals?
A Different Perspective
Power imbalances can still exist despite mutual feelings.
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