Given Mary Kay’s background and history, do you think the same outcomes would have resulted if these were male teachers instead of female teachers? Would males have had a similar reaction to their life experiences and turned to female students for attention and comfort? Elaborate upon your responses.

Discussion Forum #3

Complete the following questions related to chapters 6, 7, and 8 of Dangerous Women.

Number each response.

1. In chapter 6, The Taboo Breakers, five categories of female child molesters are presented. Which one of the categories do you feel offers the best explanation for the criminal conduct and behavior of Virginia Lion? How would you categorize her, and why? Support your stance.

2. This question applies to the case of Mary Kay Letourneau in chapter 7 of Dangerous Women.

Given Mary Kay’s background and history, do you think the same outcomes (having sexual relationships with students) would have resulted if these were male teachers instead of female teachers?

Would males have had a similar reaction to their life experiences and turned to female students for attention and comfort? Elaborate upon your responses.

3. Chapter 8 focuses on a topic rarely addressed, that of female sex offenders within the religious community. Discuss how the environment, practices, and roles of nuns can contribute to the ability to engage in long-term sexually abusive relationships without getting caught. Identify at least 3 elements of religious orders that protect female sex offenders from detection.

Book: Dangerous Women by Larry Morris.