| Sumario: | Meike Wittfeld's 'Riskante Nähe' explores the complex issue of sexual violence in institutional settings, particularly focusing on residential care for children and adolescents. The book addresses the historical neglect of this topic in research and highlights the importance of understanding the experiences and biographical consequences for victims. Wittfeld emphasizes the need for a multi-disciplinary approach involving pedagogy, psychology, sociology, and medicine to effectively address and prevent such violence. The work is motivated by changes in public discourse since 2010 and seeks to understand the challenges faced by professionals in residential care. It proposes that proximity, while essential for development and relationships, also poses risks. Wittfeld's study analyzes group discussions with care teams, revealing the difficulties in addressing sexualized violence within their practice. The book advocates for a reflective engagement with the subject, recognizing the ambivalence inherent in the necessary closeness in caregiving roles.
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