The UK government has proposed measures for the chemical castration of paedophiles and sex criminals, aiming to significantly reduce their sexual drive and likelihood of re-offending. This procedure utilizes chemicals, primarily anti-androgens that lower testosterone, to curtail sexual arousal and fantasies. Trials in UK prisons employ a combination of three medications, including antidepressants that can affect libido permanently. Studies indicate a direct correlation between high androgen levels and violent sexual behavior, reinforcing the rationale behind this intervention in managing sex offenders.
'They lower testosterone levels and result in reduced physiological signs of sexual arousal - fewer erections, less frequent ejaculation,' explained Belinda Winder, Professor of Forensic Psychology at Nottingham Trent University.
Chemical castration aims to reduce the risk of sex criminals re-offending by limiting or totally removing their sex drive and sexual desire.
In men, the two main androgens are testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which are mainly produced in the testicles.
Several studies have shown that violent sexual offenders have higher levels of androgens and that high androgen levels correlate with both violence and sexual aggression.
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