Paraphilia Resources
This section includes diagnostic criteria for some of the more common paraphilias, including exhibitionism, fetishism and voyeurism, as well information on treatment and additional references.
Paraphilias: Symptoms, Description and Treatment
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Commonly dubbed ‘perversions’ or ‘sexual deviations’, paraphilia describes a condition in which a person’s sexual arousal and gratification depend on fantasies, urges or behaviours that are atypical and extreme. Most paraphilias are reportedly more common in men than in women.
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Exhibitionism
Exhibitionism is a paraphilia, or a disorder of sexual arousal. Exhibitionism is characterized by intense, recurrent and sexually arousing fantasies involving the exposure of the individual’s genitals.
Fetishism
Fetishism is a paraphilia, or a disorder of sexual arousal. Fetishism is characterized by the use of an inanimate object or a specific part of the body for physical or mental sexual stimulation.
Voyeurism
Voyeurism is a paraphilia, or a disorder of sexual arousal. Voyeurism involves the act of observing unsuspecting individuals, usually strangers, who may be naked or in the process of disrobing.
