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Digital Ethnography of Zoophilia - A Multinational Mixed-Methods Study
Damian Jacob Sendler1, Michal Lew-Starowicz2
1a Laboratory of Forensic Sexology, Legal Medicine, and Digital Ethnography , Felnett Health Research Foundation , Staten Island , New York , USA.
Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy
|May 11, 2018
Summary
This study explores the lives of people who have sex with animals (PSA), detailing their relationships, social stigma, and coping strategies. Findings highlight online communities as crucial for support among zoosexuals.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Forensic Science
- Sociology
Background:
- Paraphilias, including zoophilia, present diagnostic and treatment challenges for mental health and legal professionals.
- Understanding the experiences of individuals with zoophilia is crucial for developing targeted interventions and reducing societal stigma.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the living situations, sexual activities, beliefs, and attitudes toward stigmatization among people who have sex with animals (PSA).
- To explore the justifications, sexual appeal of animals, and coping mechanisms related to social ostracism experienced by zoosexuals.
- To examine the role of online communities in providing support and facilitating help-seeking behavior for individuals with paraphilias.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative analyses was employed.
- Data were collected from anonymous online forum postings (953 participants) and a subsequent survey (345 participants).
- The study analyzed themes related to living situations, sexual practices, social acceptability, and help-seeking behaviors.
Main Results:
- Analysis revealed key themes concerning zoosexuals' daily lives, including justifications for relationships with animals, specific sexual practices, and preferred animal physical features.
- Participants discussed significant social stigma and employed various coping mechanisms to manage social ostracism.
- Online forums were identified as significant platforms for zoosexuals to discuss their experiences and seek help.
Conclusions:
- This research provides the most extensive analysis to date on zoophiles, offering critical insights into their sexual preferences and daily lives.
- Findings underscore the importance of online spaces for individuals with paraphilias to find community and access support.
- The study offers valuable data for psychiatric and forensic professionals working with individuals exhibiting zoophilic behaviors.
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