Exhibitionism refers to a desire or compulsion to expose parts of one’s body – specifically the genitals or buttocks of a man or woman, or the breasts of a woman – in a public or semi-public circumstance, in crowds or groups of friends or acquaintances, or to strangers.
This is a mainstream fetish that most people enjoy to some degree whether it’s by oneself or as part of a couple. The thrill of possibly being seen or heard gets the adrenaline going, arousing us sexually. Some psychologists suggest a correlation between our first youthful experiences, where the possibility of getting caught was real, with its broad appeal.
Maybe you like to make out in the back of a cab with your lover, strut half-naked on a beach, take a midnight skinny dip, or leave a few buttons undone while riding the subway. Some people incorporate their compulsion into their daily routine.
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