Exhibitionism is no new term in porn categories, is more common than we think.If you’ve ever felt good about walking around your house naked, then it’s probably because you’re an exhibitionist. However, don’t get it twisted that you must identify this way. There is another side of exhibitionism that’s non-consensual which means when an individual feels the compulsion to expose their genitals to a stranger who’s not expecting it. This is not only illegal but a mental disorder. However, this is not the side of exhibitionism we’re going to be focused on today. So, why not keep reading to find out more about exhibitionism. 

What is exhibitionism? 

Exhibitionism is the act whereby a person derives pleasure from the attention they get from others especially when they expose their genitals. Exhibitionism can be consensus or non-consensual. Consensus exhibitionism is when an individual shows their genitals to a stranger who requested them. This is normal and a fantasy many people enjoy. Non-consensual exhibitionism is when an individual shows their genitals to a stranger who isn’t expecting or requesting it. Non-consensual exhibitionism is a mental disorder, luckily it can be treated. 

What is the difference between exhibitionism and voyeurism? 

While exhibitionism and voyeurism sound like they mean the same thing, there are key differences between the two. Voyeurism is mainly an act of watching someone nude or someone doing someone sexually without their consent and getting pleasure from it. On the other hand, exhibitionism is the act of showing someone your nude and getting pleasure from it. The two go hand in hand, but they are quite different as it has to do with the relationship between the see-er and the see-ee. The fantasy of exhibitionism that makes it pleasurable requires a bit of voyeurism. Importantly, to be an exhibitionist or a voyeurist, you don’t necessarily need a partner, the two in a way thrives off each other. 

What makes a person an exhibitionist? 

Note that it is not compulsory to identify as any term. Provided you are comfortable with what gives you pleasure, you’re good to go. Nevertheless, if you are one of the many people who are curious about what makes a person an exhibitionist, here are a few things that explain it.

• If you enjoy inviting another party to watch you have sex or masturbate 
• If you enjoy having sex in public, knowing you could get caught 
• Enjoy having sex in a public club where watching is encouraged 
• Want to have sex with your partner at their place of work.

Is exhibitionism a mental disorder? 

Exhibitionism could be a fantasy or a mental disorder. It all depends on the context in which it is being enjoyed. If you enjoy consensus exhibitionism then it’s merely a fantasy. However, if you enjoy non-consensual exhibitionism, then it’s a mental disorder.  

Conclusion 

To sum things up, identifying as an exhibitionist or not does change whether or not you’d enjoy it. If you enjoy the act of exhibitionism, then by all means incorporate it in the bedroom. After all, your sex life is your own, and you can do whatever you like, provided it is legal and your partner is on the same page with you.