Question

A man was sitting in the balcony which was overlooking a park. He was sitting naked for sexual gratification. This is called

• A. Voyeurism
• B. Masochism
• C. Exhibitionism
• D. Fetishism

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

In forensic medicine, understanding psychological disorders and behaviors that conflict with societal norms is crucial. In this scenario, a man is sitting naked in a balcony for the purpose of sexual gratification. We must identify which term accurately describes this behavior from the given options:

• Voyeurism: Involves gaining sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or engaged in sexual activity.
• Masochism: Derives sexual gratification from one's own pain or humiliation.
• Exhibitionism: Obtains sexual pleasure from exposing one's genitals to unsuspecting strangers.
• Fetishism: Involves a non-living object or a specific part of the body other than the genitals becoming the focus of sexual arousal.

Based on the behavior described, where the man is purposely exposing himself, the correct term is Exhibitionism.