PARAPHILIAC DISORDER
(Disorders of sexual preference)

Prof. Josephine Cynthia. P.
Page No. 52-55

Definition: A condition characterized by abnormal sexual desires, typically involving extreme or
dangerous activities. Types: There are nearly eight different types of paraphilias. Causes: It is
caused by a childhood trauma, such as sexual abuse. Others suggest that objects or situations can
become sexually arousing if they're often linked to a pleasurable sexual activity. Symptoms: It can
include preoccupation to the point of obsessiveness that may intrude on the person's attempts to
think about other things or engage in more conventional sexual activity with an age-appropriate
partner. Treatment: Treatment options may include psychotherapy, individual psychotherapy, group
therapy, marital therapy, and family therapy, as well as pharmacotherapy or even surgical
interventions.