The word “ethics” is derived from the Greek word ‘ethos' which means character. Ethics refers to moral principles that govern a person's behavior or conduct. Religion has been used throughout history...
The purpose of this article is to explore the potential long-term relational consequences of religious sexual restrictions on sexual experimentation and intimacy in adulthood. While many people may...
How does internal religiosity affect subjective meanings of sexual satisfaction beyond mere frequency of intercourse?
Internal religiosity is an individual's internalization of religious beliefs,...
In many religious communities around the world, there are strict guidelines for how individuals should behave when it comes to matters related to sex and intimacy. These rules can be both explicit...
In many religions and spiritual traditions, there are references to eroticism and sensuality that serve as both warnings and inspirations for moral behavior. These references can be found in sacred...
In some religions, sexual initiation is viewed as a sacred rite of passage that marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. The specific timing, expectations, and emotional intensity of this...
Internalized Homophobia, Sexual Guilt, Religion, Sexual Identity, Intimacy, and Psychological Impacts
Internalized homophobia is defined as negative attitudes toward one's own sexual orientation....
There has been an increasing interest in studying how religious sexual norms shape negotiation of erotic pleasure, consent, and intimacy in marriage. Marriage is often viewed as a spiritual union...
Many people believe that religious beliefs have an important impact on their sex life, both positively and negatively. Some religions are more restrictive than others in terms of how much physical...
Religious teachings have been known to influence people's attitudes towards sex and intimacy for centuries. For many individuals, religious beliefs dictate their behavior when it comes to sexual...