Societal hierarchies of desirability are based on socially constructed systems that dictate which characteristics and attributes are considered desirable or undesirable in an individual's...
Sexual hierarchies are socially constructed systems that categorize people based on their perceived attractiveness, desirability, and ability to satisfy others' sexual needs. These hierarchies can be...
Sexual orientation is a psychological state that defines a person's enduring physical, romantic, emotional, and/or spiritual attraction to people of a specific gender. It has been recognized since...
Many studies have shown that rejection can have a negative impact on both male and female individuals.
There is evidence to suggest that women may be more likely to experience the detrimental...
In many cultures around the world, sex is considered an important aspect of human life that requires certain behaviors, attitudes, and norms. Sexual rejection can be a common occurrence for both...
Sexual shame can affect many areas of our lives. Internalizing sexual shame means that individuals feel guilty about their own sexual thoughts, feelings, or behaviors, and may avoid talking about...