Asked by Stacie Strohbeen on Jun 24, 2024
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People with _____ have repeated and intense sexual urges or fantasies in response to objects or situations that society deems inappropriate, and they may behave inappropriately as well.
A) paraphilias
B) gender identity disorder
C) cross-sexual arousal disorder
D) abnormal object desire syndrome
Paraphilias
Atypical sexual interests that may involve non-consenting partners, extreme or risky activities, or discomfort to oneself or others.
Gender Identity Disorder
An older term previously used to describe what is now better understood as gender dysphoria, marked by a strong identification with a gender different from one's biological sex.
Abnormal Object Desire Syndrome
Refers to a paraphilic interest where there is a strong desire or attraction to inanimate objects; not officially recognized in major diagnostic manuals.
- Understand the concept of paraphilias and the societal perspective on inappropriate sexual behavior.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of paraphilias and the societal perspective on inappropriate sexual behavior.
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