APA Dictionary of Psychology

self-stimulation

Updated on 04/19/2018
n.
  1. the act or process of inducing or increasing the level of arousal in oneself. It can be observed in various situations; for example, infants who are understimulated may explore their surroundings or babble to themselves.
  2. see intracranial stimulation; pleasure center.
  3. See masturbation.
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