homicidophilia

n. sexual interest and arousal obtained from murder. In the extreme form, this paraphilia results in what are called lust murders, or cases of murder and rape. Less extreme cases may consist of the use of murder fantasies or murder-related pornographic materials during masturbation. Compare autassassinophilia.

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November 28th 2024

resocialization

n. the process of enabling individuals with mental disorders to resume appropriate interpersonal activities and behaviors and, generally, to participate in community life through more adaptive attitudes and skills.