Unfortunately, trauma and severe neglect cause permanent brain damage. Capacity for human relationships is developed at a young age and the neural pathways are built. If that time of development coincides with the trauma, the paths are not established. A similar process takes place during puberty (or during earlier sexualization). This iis one of the reasons sexual perpetrators have such high recidivism. Their sexual responses were literally miswired.
The humanist/social work approach still holds the power and they do more harm than good. That needs to change. A few approaches have shown some promise, and God still works miracles. The science of the brain is one area that is exploding, so there is hope.
Warning: Disturbing content at link.
https://www.rt.com/usa/435966-child-porn-doctors-office/
The good news is that this guy is in custody.
Thanks for the explanation. Very helpful.