Autosexual is a sexual orientation on the asexual spectrum defined as the sexual attraction primarily to oneself. [1] [2] [3] [4] Autoromantic is the romantic equivalent. [1]
Autosexual is a sexual orientation on the asexual spectrum defined as the sexual attraction primarily to oneself. [1] [2] [3] [4] Autoromantic is the romantic equivalent. [1]
Autosexuality has not been widely studied. [1] It is not to be confused with narcissism or narcissistic personality disorder [3] which according to the National Library of Medicine, may be the result of a genetic predisposition, such as rejection or excessive praise. [1] [5] It is also not to be confused with autoeroticism as autosexual is considered a sexual orientation while autoeroticism is not. [1] According to clinical sexologist and sex and relationships therapist, Cyndi Darnell, “For folks who identify as autosexual, the current definition [and] the current understanding is that they are people who prefer a solo erotic practice, a solo pleasure practice, a self-touch practice – let's say masturbation over partnered sexual activities". [6] Autosexuality was discussed on the talk show, The View . [7]