Introduction
The paraphilic focus of Sexual Sadism involves acts (real, not simulated) in which the individual derives sexual excitement from the psychological… » »   

Introduction

The paraphilic focus of Transvestic Fetishism involves cross-dressing by a male in women’s attire. In many or most cases, sexual arousal… » »   

Introduction
The paraphilic focus of Voyeurism involves the act of observing unsuspecting individuals, usually strangers, who are naked, in the process of… » »   

This category is included for coding Paraphilias that do not meet the criteria for any of the specific categories. Examples include, but are not… » »   

Introduction
The paraphilic focus of Pedophilia involves sexual activity with a prepubescent child (generally age 13 years or younger). The individual with… » »   

Introduction
The paraphilic focus of Sexual Masochism involves the act (real, not simulated) of being humiliated, beaten, bound, or otherwise made to… » »   

Introduction
The paraphilic focus in Exhibitionism involves the exposure of one’s genitals to a stranger. Sometimes the individual masturbates while exposing himself… » »   

Introduction

The paraphilic focus in Fetishism involves the use of nonliving objects (the “fetish"). Among the more common fetish objects are women’s… » »   

Introduction
The paraphilic focus of Frotteurism involves touching and rubbing against a nonconsenting person. The behavior usually occurs in crowded places from… » »   

Diagnostic Features

There are two components of Gender Identity Disorder, both of which must be present to make the diagnosis. There must… » »