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  1. Hybristophilia is a paraphilia involving sexual interest in and attraction to those who commit crimes. The term is derived from the Greek word hubrizein ( ὑβρίζειν ), meaning "to commit an outrage against someone" (ultimately derived from hubris ὕβρις , " hubris "), and philo , meaning "having a strong affinity/preference for".

  2. Mar 4, 2010 · Hybristophilia is a paraphilia where people are sexually attracted to criminals who have committed violent crimes. Learn about the two types of hybristophiliacs, the possible causes, the treatment options, and some famous examples of this phenomenon.

  3. May 7, 2019 · Hybristophilia is a sexual attraction to people who've committed extraordinary crimes, and it may explain why so many women are attracted to killers like Ted Bundy.

  4. Oct 18, 2013 · Hybristophilia was defined by the sexologist Professor John Money as a sexual paraphilia in which an individual derives sexual arousal and pleasure from having a sexual partner who is known...

  5. Jan 29, 2024 · Hybristophilia is a complex and multifaceted psychological condition where individuals develop affectionate or romantic feelings towards individuals incarcerated for serious crimes. The term has faced criticism for its broad and ambiguous definition and lack of empirical evidence, and may pose dangers for those who experience it.

  6. Oct 13, 2022 · Hybristophilia is a paraphilia in which women are sexually aroused by partners who have committed crimes, such as rape or murder. Learn about the causes, examples, and dangers of this phenomenon, and how it differs from true crime fascination.

  7. Nov 5, 2022 · This article explores the possible connection between women who fetishize killers (hybristophiles) and spree killers who seek notoriety and attention. Using Tumblr fan sites, the authors analyze the content, typologies, and evolutionary context of this paraphilia and its expression online.