In order to understand how anticipated discrimination influences sexual behavior, emotional expression, and affectionate interactions, it is necessary to consider several factors related to...
Social media has become an integral part of everyday life for most people today, including teenagers. Teens spend significant amounts of time browsing through their news feeds, interacting with...
In romantic competitions, sexual behavior is often shaped by perceived rivalry, desirability, and social comparison. When individuals feel threatened by another person's attractiveness, they may...
Sexual jealousy is an intense emotion experienced when one feels threatened by another person's interest in their romantic partner or sexual relationship. In group settings, such as social...
Intimate Art and Desirability
Intimate art is any creative expression that explores the human body, identity, and sexuality. It can take many forms, including photography, painting, sculpture,...
Emotional withdrawal refers to an individual's response to a loss of social connection, validation, or approval from others. When this occurs, it can cause feelings of sadness, loneliness, anger,...
Individuals must balance their own needs for control, autonomy, and expression with societal expectations and norms when presenting themselves to others. This can be difficult because there are often...
Social media has become an integral part of modern society, allowing people to connect, share, and consume vast amounts of information from around the world. In recent years, there has been growing...
What is Sexual Scripting?
Sexual scripting refers to the process through which individuals learn about acceptable behaviors in sexual encounters. It involves acquiring knowledge and beliefs about...
Online Sexual Interactions Shape Adolescent Definitions of Agency, Authenticity, and Desirability
Online sexual interactions have become increasingly popular among young people today. With more...