siketek

Siketek is a colloquial Indonesian term used to refer to necrophilia, the act of engaging in sexual activity with a deceased person. The clinical term in English is necrophilia, and in formal Indonesian discussions the concept is described as seks dengan mayat. The word siketek appears primarily in Indonesian-language media, online discussions, and some academic contexts, rather than as a formal medical term.

Etymology and usage notes: The exact origin of siketek as slang is not well documented. It functions as a lay or sensational label for a phenomenon that is discussed in criminology and psychiatry under the broader category of necrophilic behavior. In formal writing, the more precise terms seks dengan mayat or necrophilia are preferred.

Legal and ethical context: Necrophilia is illegal in many jurisdictions and constitutes offenses such as desecration of a corpse or sexual assault, depending on the laws of the country. Because the deceased cannot consent, such acts are universally condemned on ethical grounds, with strong societal and legal penalties.

Psychology and prevalence: Necrophilia is considered extremely rare and is often discussed in psychiatric and criminological literature as a paraphilic disorder or a spectrum of aberrant sexual behavior. Reported cases are scarce and frequently involve co-occurring mental health issues or criminal activity. Health risks include transmission of diseases and other legal consequences.

Cultural representation and research: Coverage tends to be limited to crime reporting and academic studies, with ethical concerns dominating discussions about it. Public discourse emphasizes legality, consent, and the dignity of the deceased.

See also: Necrophilia, paraphilias, sexual violence, corpse desecration, criminal law.