There are many different views on what constitutes "sexual deviancy" from society's norms, but for this article, I will focus on homosexuality, bisexuality, transgenderism, polyamory, BDSM,...
As a society, we are still struggling to understand how to integrate sexual identity into religious values and marital expectations. This is especially true for those who identify as LGBTQ+, and may...
Guatú is an indigenous religion from South America that has been practiced for centuries among various tribes living in the Amazon rainforest. It is based on animistic beliefs, which means that...
One common question people have about non-monogamous relationships is whether it's possible to be truly faithful without strict rules. Some argue that without external constraints, infidelity becomes...
How do Cambodian Buddhist Teachings Recognize Same-Sex Desire?
Cambodia is a predominantly Buddhist country with an estimated population of about 97% practicing this religion. While there are...
Sexual Desire vs Religious Prohibitions
What is Sexual Desire?
Sexual desire refers to physical attraction to others for various reasons such as lust, passion, romantic love, affection, and...
The idea that people who are marginalized by their communities often face difficulties in expressing themselves sexually is a concept supported by many studies. Religious background can be one such...
What Emotional Skills Are Required To Sustain Long-Term Polygamous Intimacy Without Religious Legitimization?
Polygamy is an arrangement where one person marries more than one partner. It has been...
Religious ambivalence refers to the ambiguous feelings that individuals have towards religion. This includes both positive and negative attitudes towards religious beliefs, practices, and...
Tensions arise when individuals experience conflicts between their personal belief systems and societal norms related to gender roles and sexual expression. This can be especially difficult for those...