Urolagnia

Urolagnia (also known as urophilia, undinism, golden shower and watersports) is a form of paraphilia in which sexual excitement is associated with the sight or thought of urine or urination. The term has origins from the Greek words "ouro" (urine) and "lagneia" (lust).

Overview

Urolagnia is a subset of urophilia, which is a form of paraphilia in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). However, not all individuals who have a sexual interest in urine engage in urolagnia. Some individuals may experience arousal from the smell or taste of urine, while others may find the act of urination to be sexually arousing.

Psychological Aspects

The psychology behind urolagnia is not fully understood, as it varies greatly from person to person. Some individuals may find the act of urination to be a form of dominance and submission, while others may find it to be a form of intimacy. It is also possible that the individual may find the act of urination to be a form of rebellion against societal norms.

Legal Aspects

In many countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, urolagnia is considered to be a form of obscenity, and is therefore illegal. However, in other countries, such as Japan, urolagnia is not considered to be obscene and is therefore legal.

Health Risks

While urolagnia is generally considered to be safe, there are potential health risks associated with the practice. These include urinary tract infections, kidney infections, and the transmission of sexually transmitted infections.

See Also

• Paraphilia
• Urophilia
• Obscenity
• Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)