Religious beliefs about sexuality have profound impacts on an individual's self-perception and behavior.
In Islamic culture, believers are required to follow strict rules regarding chastity and...
The way an individual's religious beliefs and practices impact their sexuality can be quite complicated. Religion often dictates what is appropriate behavior regarding physical intimacy, which can...
Mediterranean cultures have a rich history of diverse religious frameworks that influence sexual socialization, erotic self-concept, and relational norms among their adolescent population. These...
How do differing religious interpretations of baptism, ablution, or ritual washing influence erotic self-concept and sexual identity development?
Baptism is a spiritual cleansing and renewal...
Female sexual submission is a phenomenon that has been explored through many lenses. One such lens is religion, wherein religions often advocate for women to be submissive in their sexual...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known for its diverse population, which includes people from various religious backgrounds such as Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, and...
Religious initiation rites are rituals that mark the transition from one stage to another in an individual's spiritual journey. These rites may involve various activities, such as fasting, prayer,...
The idea that sex is bad or shameful can have many consequences for people's lives, including their mental health, physical well-being, and ability to form meaningful relationships. In India, where...
Religious Silence Around Menopause/Andropause and Erotic Self-Concept
Menopause is when a woman stops menstruating and is no longer able to bear children. It typically occurs between ages 45 and...
Internalized religious sexual guilt is a pervasive issue among many religious individuals who struggle with their faith and sexuality. It refers to the feelings of shame, anxiety, and self-doubt that...