Acquaintance Sex Offenders often 'groom' their victims prior to any sexual abuse for a period of weeks, months or even years. When the parent(s) is physically or emotionally... moreAcquaintance Sex Offenders often 'groom' their victims prior to any sexual abuse for a period of weeks, months or even years. When the parent(s) is physically or emotionally absent it makes the child the most vulnerable to a sex offenders cunning tactics.Grooming activities include, but are not restricted to the following.o Befriending and gaining trust with the parent(s)--especially single women. The sex offender offers to watch the child so the single mother or parents can have a 'free' night out; or provide fun activities--taking the child away from the home. During these activities the sex offender deepens the grooming activities--touching the child in ways that are seemingly inocuous... yet sexual in nature. Such as hugging often, touching her buttocks, putting his hand on her leg, kissing her on the cheek and exculating to kissing her on the mouth. At any stage of the grooming process if she protests he apologizes to quiet her discomfort. He knows he will gain acceptance again, if the protest is... less
