Masturbation
Masturbation is any form of sexual stimulation. However, masturbation is most often thought of as a solo act where a person stimulates him/herself. Masturbating does not always occur alone though and mutual masturbation is common amongst couples. In this form of masturbation, at least two people stimulate each other but do not have any penetration. Even though these types of mutual masturbation, such as dry humping or handjobs, are considered foreplay in many cases, there are people who prefer only to partake in non-penetrative sex. Other than reasons of wishing to maintain virginity or safety concerns, masturbation can be used as a way to increase sexual desire.
There is a group of advocates for masturbation at the large dating site Alt.com. They talk about how mutual masturbation or watching partners masturbate (whether in person or via webcam) can causes an unfulfilled desire for sex. When actual sexual penetration is achieved, then the sensation will be much more enjoyable. There are also Alt.com members who use masturbation as foreplay and a tool in other types of fetishisms, such as BDSM where it is used as a teasing/tormenting tool or for rewards.
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