Sexual deviation
Sexual Deviation
Sexual deviation (pronunciation: /ˈsɛkʃʊəl diːviːˈeɪʃən/) is a term used in the field of psychology and psychiatry to describe sexual behavior or desire that deviates from societal norms or expectations.
Etymology
The term "sexual deviation" is derived from the Latin words "sexus", meaning "sex", and "deviare", meaning "to deviate". It was first used in the early 20th century to describe sexual behaviors that were considered abnormal or unusual.
Definition
Sexual deviation is often defined as a persistent pattern of sexual behavior, fantasies, or desires involving non-human objects, suffering or humiliation of oneself or one's partner, children, or other non-consenting persons that cause significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
Types of Sexual Deviations
There are several types of sexual deviations, including but not limited to:
- Paraphilia: A condition characterized by abnormal sexual desires, typically involving extreme or dangerous activities.
- Fetishism: A form of sexual desire in which gratification is linked to an abnormal degree to a particular object, item of clothing, part of the body, etc.
- Exhibitionism: The act of exposing one's genitals in public for sexual gratification.
- Voyeurism: The practice of gaining sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or engaged in sexual activity.
- Pedophilia: A psychiatric disorder in which an adult or older adolescent experiences a primary or exclusive sexual attraction to prepubescent children.
Treatment
Treatment for sexual deviations often involves psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and sometimes medication. The goal of treatment is to help the individual manage their sexual desires and behaviors in a way that is healthy and respectful of others.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sexual deviation
- Wikipedia's article - Sexual deviation
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