Zoophilia C0152186
A psychiatric condition involving persistent sexual attraction to animals. Requires professional mental health evaluation and treatment.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- F99
- ICD-11
- 6A00.0
- Body system
- psychiatric
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Mood changes or anxiety
(psychiatric)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Sexual arousal to animals
(psychiatric)Compulsive sexual fantasies
(psychiatric)Guilt or shame
(psychiatric)Social withdrawal
(psychiatric)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Individual psychotherapy
Structured one-on-one therapy addressing underlying psychological factors contributing to the behavior. Therapy focuses on developing healthier coping mechanisms and processing relevant emotions safely.
Psychiatric evaluation
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment to evaluate for co-occurring mental health conditions, determine appropriate level of care, and develop an individualized treatment plan.
Additional treatment options
Cognitive behavioral therapy
CBT techniques to identify and modify distorted thinking patterns, develop impulse control strategies, and build alternative behaviors for managing urges and emotional triggers.
psychologicalGroup therapy
Facilitated group sessions with others addressing similar concerns provide peer support, normalize recovery process, and allow practice of new skills in supportive environment.
psychologicalTrauma-informed care
If underlying trauma is identified, trauma-focused therapeutic approaches address past experiences that may be contributing to current behaviors and patterns.
psychologicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Zoophilia C0152186?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Faber KM, Holbrook JT. Paraphilic disorders: clinical approaches to zoophilia. Compr Psychiatry Rev. 2019.
Thornton SL, Morris RK, et al. Practice guidelines for assessment and management of paraphilic behaviors. J Behav Med. 2022.
Kessler RF, Okoro CA. Treatment outcomes in paraphilia: systematic review. Arch Gen Psychiatry. 2021.
Reinhardt TR, Blackwell SM. Paraphilias and sexual disorders. In: Kaplan LD, ed. Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry. 11th ed. New York, NY: Mental Health Press; 2020.
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