| paraphilia | Paraphilias are a variety of complex psychiatric disorders which are manifest as deviant sexual behaviour. For example, in men the most common forms are pedophilia (sexual behaviour toward children) and exhibitionism (exposing one's body in public setting). Men with paraphilia are usually treated with psychotherapy, antidepression medications, and medications that alter hormones, particularly testosterone (male sex hormone). (12 Dec 1998) |
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| paraphilias | Abnormal sexual behaviour manifested by unusual or bizarre imagery or acts that are necessary for sexual excitement. They tend to be involuntarily repetitive. (12 Dec 1998) |