What is Acrotomophilia?
Acrotomophilia is a sexual fetish or attraction to people who have lost one or more limbs, typically as the result of an amputation. This fetish is sometimes referred to as “amputee fetishism” or “stump lust.” People with acrotomophilia may be attracted to the appearance of the amputated limb, the appearance of the residual limb, or the disability itself.
Acrotomophilia pronunciation: / a-kro-tuh-muh-fee-lee-uh /
The origin of the term “acrotomophilia” is unclear. Some sources suggest that the term was first used in the late 19th or early 20th century, while others claim that it is a more recent coinage. It is likely that the fetish has existed for centuries, however, as there have been depictions of disabled people as objects of sexual desire in various cultures throughout history.
The fetish is also sometimes associated with devoteeism, which is a sexual attraction to people with disabilities more broadly. Devotees are often attracted to the perceived vulnerability or innocence of disabled people, and may engage in role-playing scenarios where they care for their disabled partners. Devoteeism is considered by some to be a form of ableism, as it reinforces negative stereotypes about disability and may perpetuate harmful attitudes towards disabled people.
Additional information about Acrotomophilia
- Some people with acrotomophilia prefer to engage in sexual activities with people who have recently lost a limb, while others are attracted to individuals who have had amputations for a longer period of time.
- The fetish is sometimes considered controversial, as some people believe that it perpetuates ableism or reinforces negative stereotypes about disability.
- Some people with this fetish are also attracted to people who use prosthetic limbs.
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