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... > social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > interpersonal relationships > human relationships > emotion processes in relationships > lust
... > social science subjects > sociology > social interaction > human relationships > emotion processes in relationships > lust
... > social science subjects > sociology > social theory > micro-interactionist theory > social interaction > human relationships > emotion processes in relationships > lust
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > behavior (psychology) > sexual activity > sexuality > lust
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > physical and biological development > sexual activity > sexuality > lust
social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > sexuality > lust

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lust  

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  • Lust (also called sexual desire, sexual interest, or sexual attraction) is the motivational component of human sexuality. Lust is experienced as an interest in sexual activities, a drive to seek out sexual objects, or a wish, need, or craving for sexual contact. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Lust]

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