Among the numerous forms of behavioral deviations and deviations, including in human sexual behavior, not the last place is occupied by one of the types of sexual fetishism - exhibitionism.
Exhibitism is one of the forms of deviant behavior, characterized by the desire to demonstrate their genitals in the wrong place and situation. Sexual dysfunction should not be confused with a healthy intimate relationship between a man and a woman who can explore each other in private and show each other whatever they want. As a rule, the manifestations of exhibitionism are most common in men for an obvious reason. The surrounding people react with fright to a man showing his genitals. And if a woman does it, then it is quite natural that she will provoke a man's sexual desire, and not fear.
The reasons for the emergence of exhibitionism are of a socio-psychological nature. First of all, it is self-doubt, fear of communication with the opposite sex. An exhibitionist is most likely a person with an unmet need for love, dissatisfied with himself. Exposure of the genitals is a way of self-affirmation for such people.
Should you be afraid of exhibitionists? In most cases, no. The main goal of an exhibitionist is to cause fear. Exhibitionism is divided into two types: sadistic and masochistic. In the first case, the patient takes pleasure in frightening the victim. In the second case, he takes pleasure in his own shame. In any case, the exhibitionist is unlikely to attack the victim. The emotional response is enough to make him feel satisfied. The easiest way to protect yourself from an exhibitionist is to ignore him and just walk by. Then he will not receive emotional support and is unlikely to act further.
Exhibitionism is considered a disease, but there is no cure as such. To eliminate this ailment, they resort to psychotherapy sessions.