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'''Perversion''' is a [[concept]] describing those types of [[human]] [[behavior]] that are perceived to be a serious deviation from what is considered to be [[orthodox]] or [[normal]]. Although it can refer to varying forms of deviation, it is most often used to describe [[sexual]] behaviors that are seen as abnormal or repulsive. Perversion differs from deviant behavior, since the latter refers to a recognized violation of social rules or norms (although the two terms can apply to the same [[thing]]). It is often considered derogatory and in [[psychological]] [[literature]] the term ''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paraphilia paraphilia]'' is now used instead[1], though this term is controversial.
The concept of perversion is [[subjective]][1], and its application varies depending on [[culture]]. As a psychological term it was originally applied especially frequently to homosexual behavior.[2] However, [[homosexuality]] is no longer treated as a disorder in [[mainstream]] psychiatry (see Homosexuality and psychology).
The verb pervert is less narrow in reference than the related nouns, and may be used with no sexual connotations.[3]
The noun sometimes occurs in abbreviated slang form as "perv" and used as a verb meaning "to act like a pervert", and the adjective "pervy" also occurs. All are often, but not exclusively, used non-seriously.
==References==
# Martins, Maria C.; co-author Ceccarelli, Paulo. The So-called "Deviant" Sexualities: perversion or right to difference? Presented in the 16th World Congress. "Sexuality and Human Development: From Discourse to Action." 10-14 March, 2003 Havana, Cuba.
# Online Etymological Dictionary: Pervert
# Dictionary.com: Pervert
[[Category: Sociology]]
[[Category: Psychology]]
'''Perversion''' is a [[concept]] describing those types of [[human]] [[behavior]] that are perceived to be a serious deviation from what is considered to be [[orthodox]] or [[normal]]. Although it can refer to varying forms of deviation, it is most often used to describe [[sexual]] behaviors that are seen as abnormal or repulsive. Perversion differs from deviant behavior, since the latter refers to a recognized violation of social rules or norms (although the two terms can apply to the same [[thing]]). It is often considered derogatory and in [[psychological]] [[literature]] the term ''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paraphilia paraphilia]'' is now used instead[1], though this term is controversial.
The concept of perversion is [[subjective]][1], and its application varies depending on [[culture]]. As a psychological term it was originally applied especially frequently to homosexual behavior.[2] However, [[homosexuality]] is no longer treated as a disorder in [[mainstream]] psychiatry (see Homosexuality and psychology).
The verb pervert is less narrow in reference than the related nouns, and may be used with no sexual connotations.[3]
The noun sometimes occurs in abbreviated slang form as "perv" and used as a verb meaning "to act like a pervert", and the adjective "pervy" also occurs. All are often, but not exclusively, used non-seriously.
==References==
# Martins, Maria C.; co-author Ceccarelli, Paulo. The So-called "Deviant" Sexualities: perversion or right to difference? Presented in the 16th World Congress. "Sexuality and Human Development: From Discourse to Action." 10-14 March, 2003 Havana, Cuba.
# Online Etymological Dictionary: Pervert
# Dictionary.com: Pervert
[[Category: Sociology]]
[[Category: Psychology]]
