The study explores how religious beliefs can affect sexual decisions amidst cultural transformations, new technologies, and crisis situations. Religion is a critical aspect of people's lives that shapes their behaviors and attitudes regarding morals and ethics. It impacts their perception of right and wrong, which influences sexual choices. Religious values influence individuals to engage in either premarital or extramarital intercourse.
Some religions encourage monogamy while others permit polygamous marriages. When it comes to contraceptives, some religions are against it because they view them as unnatural or immoral. This means that even when there are emergency contraceptive needs, individuals may avoid seeking medical attention for fear of being labeled as immoral. In contrast, other religions promote abstinence before marriage but tolerate promiscuity after the wedding ceremony. This attitude causes young adults to have sexual relationships outside marriage, leading to unwanted pregnancies. The study further reveals that religion shapes people's perspectives towards gender roles during intimacy. Some believe that men should be dominant in bed, hence, engaging in rough sex practices like bondage, slapping, or spanking. Others hold that women should be submissive, and therefore, they accept rape threats.
Many cultures allow homosexuality and bisexuality despite religious objections. Technology has made accessing pornographic material easy, changing sexual behavior. Individuals use social media platforms to find partners and exchange nudes without considering religious restrictions on online interactions. They also engage in sexting, cybersex, and live streaming sexual acts with strangers. A crisis situation can lead to increased sexual activity due to the need to release tension, stress, anxiety, and depression. Religious beliefs influence how individuals respond to crises.
A religious person will take refuge in God rather than engage in extra-marital affairs.
In what ways does religiosity influence sexual decision-making in the context of societal change, technological development, or crises?
Religiosity is a set of beliefs and practices associated with religious faith that may impact an individual's decisions related to sexual behavior. According to research, individuals who are highly religious tend to have different values and beliefs about sex than those who are less religious. Specifically, people with strong religious convictions may be more likely to adhere to traditional gender roles and norms regarding sexuality, which can affect their sexual decision-making processes.