If a person looks at sexually explicit images for sexual arousal , could this be considered a form of voyeurism? Sexually suggestive images for the enhancement of sexual excitement ?( am not on a "porn witch hunt"). Would like to know if this act could be considered a form of clinical "voyeurism". Images that are obtained legally, not peeping-Tom type behavior.. (remember not judging behavior, trying to see if it falls under what is defined as Voyeurism. Thanks for your input.;.Be nice please:)
2007-09-24 20:57:22 · 4 answers · asked by MissCherokee 6 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Matt & Susan, yes, voyeurism covers a broad area and printed images would be included, but the commonest use of the term applies to watching videos of people having sex, and watching others having sex.
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2007-09-24 21:12:08 · answer #1 · answered by Jeanne B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Voyeurism is a practice in which an individual derives sexual pleasure from observing other people.
Sure, pornography is a form of voyeurism.
But some would argue that enjoying watching a movie is a form of voyeurism
2007-09-25 04:05:16 · answer #2 · answered by pignumber6707 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No it isn't. Voyeurism is when a person gets more pleasure at watching than at doing, if I may say so.
2007-09-25 04:06:31 · answer #3 · answered by Space Bluesman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think voyeurism implies a living person, not images. But that's my opinion.
2007-09-25 04:04:30 · answer #4 · answered by Katherine W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋