All that you have actually done is look at some pictures, is that right? I'm not sure how the confidentiality issue would be handled, so I'm not confident giving you an answer on that, but you certainly should discuss it with whoever you go to to talk about this. What I think I would suggest you try is go to your local DCFS office, and ask if they have any resources to help you. That must sound scary, but you technically can't be considered a pedophile since you are only 17 yourself and your interest is in people fairly close to your own age. But don't wait until you are 18 - that makes a huge difference. DCFS has the resources to treat this kind of problem, and would hopefully be glad to deal with it before anyone has been hurt. It wouldn't surprise me if they provide treatment to you at no charge. Even if I'm not correct about that, they would certainly be able to point you in the right direction and answer your questions. For your situation, I would expect a weekly session or possibly every other week, and maybe a support group.

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