Sex fantasies

Understanding Sexual Fantasies
Have you ever wondered whether the sexual fantasy you keep having is a little odd? I'm Dr. Reena Malik, a urologist and pelvic surgeon, and today we’re going to talk all about sexual fantasies. What types of fantasies exist? How often do people have them? Are they normal, or could they be considered unusual?

What are sexual fantasies?
A sexual fantasy is any mental imagery that a person perceives as erotic. Studies show that almost everyone experiences sexual fantasies, but why do people fantasize? A survey of over 4,000 people found that individuals fantasize for various reasons:

• To feel aroused
• Out of curiosity or a desire to experience new sensations
• To escape reality
• To fulfill socially taboo desires
• To plan future sexual encounters
• To reduce anxiety about a sexual experience
• Out of boredom
• To boost sexual confidence
• Occasionally,