Autosexual

Autosexual is a sexual orientation on the asexual spectrum defined as the sexual attraction primarily to oneself.^{[1][2][3] [4]}Autoromantic is the romantic equivalent.^[1]

Autosexual flag

Research

Autosexuality has not been widely studied.^[1] It is not to be confused with narcissism or narcissistic personality disorder^[3] which according to the National Library of Medicine, may be the result of a genetic predisposition, such as rejection or excessive praise.^{[1] [5]}It is also not to be confused with autoeroticism as autosexual is considered a sexual orientation while autoeroticism is not.^[1] According to clinical sexologist and sex and relationships therapist, Cyndi Darnell, “For folks who identify as autosexual, the current definition [and] the current understanding is that they are people who prefer a solo erotic practice, a solo pleasure practice, a self-touch practice – let's say masturbation over partnered sexual activities".^[6] Autosexuality was discussed on the talk show, The View.^[7]