Asked by Jonathan Riendeau on Jul 12, 2024
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Atypical sexual behavior is sometimes used as a synonym for
A) nonconsensual sex.
B) compulsive sex.
C) sexual variation.
D) paraphilia.
Paraphilia
Any intense and persistent sexual interest other than sexual interest in genital stimulation or preparatory fondling with phenotypically normal, physically mature, consenting human partners.
Sexual Variation
Sexual variety and diversity in terms of sexual orientation, attitudes, behaviors, desires, fantasies, and so on; sexual activity not statistically typical of usual sexual behavior.
Compulsive Sex
A condition characterized by an uncontrollable and obsessive engagement in sexual thoughts, urges, or behaviors.
- Master the knowledge on the sundry versions of paraphilias and sexual variations.
Verified Answer
Therefore, option C (sexual variation) is the best choice. Options A and B (nonconsensual sex and compulsive sex) refer to problematic sexual behavior rather than sexual variation. Option D (paraphilia) refers to a specific type of sexual variation that involves intense and persistent sexual arousal towards atypical objects, situations, or individuals. While paraphilias fall under the umbrella of atypical sexual behavior, they are not synonymous with it.
Learning Objectives
- Master the knowledge on the sundry versions of paraphilias and sexual variations.
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