Which of the following is the key feature of paraphilias?
A) The object of desire must be an inanimate object.
B) They must involve abnormal physiological functioning.
C) They must be short-term conditions.
D) There must be a dependence on the sexual target for arousal.

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The key feature of paraphilias is that there must be a dependence on a specific sexual target or behavior for arousal. This target/behavior can be non-human or non-consenting, and the individual may have difficulty experiencing sexual satisfaction without it. The other options (A, B, C) do not accurately represent the defining feature of paraphilias.

Which of the Following Is the Key Feature of Paraphilias