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What is the definition or description of: exhibitionism?

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XXX Exposure: Exhibitionism is defined as the act of exposing, in a public place, parts of the body that are normally not exposed. Most commonly the genitalia or buttocks of a male or female and/or female breasts. Usually classified as "flashing" or non-threatening exhibitionism and "indecent exposure" or aggressive exhibitionism. Society tolerates the former type, while the later type is considered illegal.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Exhibitionism: Disorder characterized by compulsion to exhibit private parts in public. It is classified as one of the paraphilia disorders. Is usually in males, & the victim is usually a female.

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