Definitions

1. noun

A psychological disorder characterized by a persistent and intense focus on unusual sexual desires, often involving non-human objects, animals, or specific situations.

“The psychologist specialized in treating patients with paraphilias, including those with a fascination for fetishism.”

2. noun

A strong, abnormal, or unusual inclination or attraction, especially a sexual one.

“Her paraphilia for collecting rare insects was unusual, but it brought her a sense of excitement and purpose.”