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-	{{Template}}	+	#REDIRECT [[sexual fetishism]]
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-	:''This article is about sexual practices (i.e., physical sex). Broader aspects of sexual behaviour such as [[social]] and [[psychology|psychological]] sexual issues are covered in related articles such as [[human sexuality]], [[heterosexuality]], and [[homosexuality]].''	+
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-	'''Human sexual behavior''' or '''human sexual practices''' or '''human sexual activities''' refers to the manner in which humans experience and express their [[human sexuality|sexuality]]. It encompasses a wide range of activities, such as strategies to find or attract partners ([[courtship|mating]] and [[Display (zoology)|display]] behavior), interactions between individuals, [[physical intimacy|physical]] or [[emotional intimacy]], and sexual contact.	+
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-	The term '''sexual activity''' can refer both to acts involving two or more people, as in [[sexual intercourse]] or [[oral sex]], and to [[masturbation]].	+
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-	In some cultures sexual activity is considered acceptable only within [[marriage]], although [[extramarital sex]] still takes place within such cultures. Some sexual activities are illegal either universally or in some countries, and some are considered against the norms of a society. For example, sexual activity with a minor is a criminal offense in many jurisdictions, as is [[sexual abuse]] of individuals in general.	+
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-	== List of sex acts and practices ==	+
-	:''There are many variations of sexual activities, and often multiple names for any given practice. For more detail see the comprehensive ''[[list of sex positions]]'' and ''[[list of sexual slang]].''	+
-	==Alternative practices==	+
-	Some people derive sexual pleasure from engaging in a variety of [[Kink (sexual)|alternative sexual practices]], such as [[Sexual fetishism|fetishism]] and/or [[BDSM]] activities.	+
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-	[[BDSM]] often involves a consensual power exchange, whereby one person [[submission|submits]] to the control of a dominating partner. These practices can include [[Erotic spanking|spanking]], [[sexual bondage|bondage]], [[Sexual roleplay|role playing]], role reversals, and raising endorphins through the use of whips, floggers and other implements.	+
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-	[[Sexual Fetishism|Fetishism]] can take many forms ranging from the desire for certain body parts, for example large breasts, armpits or foot worship. The object of desire can often be shoes, boots, lingerie, clothing, leather or rubber items.	+
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-	Some non-conventional [[autoerotic]] practices can be dangerous. These include [[erotic asphyxiation]] and [[self-bondage]]. The potential for injury or even death that exists while engaging in the partnered versions of these [[Fetishism|fetishes]] ([[Fainting game|choking]] and [[Bondage (sexual)|bondage]], respectively) becomes drastically increased due to the isolation and lack of assistance in the event of a problem.	+
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-	==See also==	+
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-	* [[List of sexology topics]]	+
-	*[[List of sex acts and practices]]	+
-	* [[Sexual attraction]]	+
-	* [[History of human sexuality]]	+
-	* [[Sexual orientation]]	+
-	* [[Sexual function]]	+
-	* [[Sex education]]	+
-	* [[Sexual slang]]	+
-	* [[List of sex positions]]	+
-	* [[Human sexual response cycle]]	+
-	* [[Erogenous zone]]	+
-	* [[Lust]]	+
-	* [[Sexual norm]]	+
-	* [[Paraphilia]]	+
-	* [[Hypersexuality]]	+
-	* [[Masculine psychology]]	+
-	* [[Feminine psychology]]	+
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