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Autopedophilia: The Psychology Behind Regressive Fantasies

By Mohammed looti / / 1 min read
Scientifically Reviewed · Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim · August 24, 2026
Medically & Scientifically Reviewed Verified: August 24, 2026
Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology • University of Kerbala
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Autopedophilia: The Psychology Behind Regressive Fantasies

n. refers to the gaining of sexual pleasure from dressing as a child, pretending to be a child, or having a sexual fantasy about being a child.

AUTOPEDOPHILIA: “A person with an autopedophilia would likely dress as, act as, or fantasize about being a child in an attempt to gain sexual pleasure or fulfillment. “
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looti, M. (2026, August 24). Autopedophilia: The Psychology Behind Regressive Fantasies. Encyclopedia of psychology. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/autopedophilia/
looti, Mohammed. “Autopedophilia: The Psychology Behind Regressive Fantasies.” Encyclopedia of psychology, 24 August 2026, https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/autopedophilia/.
looti, Mohammed. “Autopedophilia: The Psychology Behind Regressive Fantasies.” Encyclopedia of psychology. August 24, 2026. https://encyclopedia.arabpsychology.com/autopedophilia/.

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