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Hi /b/ - Random I’m 16, and I’ve been struggling with thoughts/attractions toward children that I really don’t want to have. I feel ashamed and scared that having these thoughts makes me a bad person.

Recently, someone told me that it’s impossible for a minor to experience this and that I’d have to be older than 16. That confused me because I know what I’m experiencing.

I’m not looking for sexual content or anything like that. I just want to talk to people who understand what it’s like to struggle with thoughts that you don't want, and hopefully stop feeling completely alone in this.

I also want to make clear that I don't want to hurt anyone or act on these thoughts. I’m trying to understand myself and deal with this responsibly.

Has anyone else struggled with something similar?

(UNDERAGE B&)