A sexual thrill is an intense feeling of excitement, pleasure, satisfaction, or euphoria that is experienced during or after sexual activity. It can be described as a heightened sense of arousal,...
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: What drives people to seek out sexual thrills? a look at novelty, control, and more
Humans have an innate desire to explore new things and seek out novel experiences. This is especially true when it comes to their sexual interests.
Many people also crave stability and...
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: How your need for variety in sexuality impacts your predictable routine.
How does emotional closeness sometimes diminish novelty-based sexual attraction?
Emotional closeness refers to the level of familiarity and intimacy between individuals that goes beyond physical...
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: The impact of emotional intimacy on noveltybased sexual attraction
The fear of intimacy is a common phenomenon that has been widely discussed in psychology literature. It refers to an irrational dread of being vulnerable and close to others, which can manifest...
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: Is fear of intimacy sexually exciting? the paradoxical effects on sexual thrill and emotional safety
Danger can be an exciting and thrilling experience that increases our adrenaline levels, making us feel more alive and alert. It can also make us feel vulnerable and exposed, leading to heightened...
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: Sex and relationships: the exciting effect of danger in intimacy
Some psychologists have suggested that there are certain psychological factors which may lead individuals to be drawn to sexual experiences that go against societal norms and conventions. These...
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: Uncovering the dark side of taboo sexual behavior: a psychological deep dive
Taboo Fantasies and Erotic Excitement
Taboo fantasies are those involving behaviors that are typically considered morally or socially unacceptable, such as incest, bestiality, or violent acts....
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: Taboo fantasies: how they enhance eroticism, creativity, and intimacy
The term "erotic game" refers to a type of digital game that uses sexualized themes and imagery to evoke feelings of arousal or excitement in players. These games often involve romanticizing power...
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: How erotic games can help us explore our deepest desires and fears
Anticipation is an integral part of any sexual encounter. It adds to the thrill, mystery, and excitement that make it all worthwhile. But how exactly does it work? What role does anticipation play in...
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: The impact of anticipation on sexual novelty, desire, engagement, and excitement
Anticipatory Pleasure
When people are looking forward to something exciting, it can increase their level of excitement and anticipation. This can be true for both good and bad things.
If...
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: The science behind anticipatory pleasure: how expectations impact sexual arousal