Black Muslim communities are diverse groups that share common roots and beliefs but differ in their practices and cultural norms regarding sexuality and intimacy. These differences often lead to...
The historical justification for regulating women's sexual autonomy has been rooted in religious doctrine. This is evident from the fact that many religions, including Christianity and Islam, have...
In the United States, Jewish youth face unique challenges when it comes to their understanding of sexual ethics, consent, relational boundaries, and erotic autonomy due to the combination of societal...
The act of having sex is deeply entwined in human nature, but it can bring about psychological conflicts when one's personal sexual practices contradict their religious beliefs. Religion has always...
In recent times, there has been a growing awareness of mental health issues worldwide. People are becoming more open about their struggles with anxiety, depression, stress, and other psychological...
Mental Health Consequences of Religious Prohibitions on Contraception and Sexual Activity
Religious beliefs about contraception and sexual activity have far-reaching effects on an individual's...
In many cultures across Southeast Asia, there is an emphasis on maintaining social norms that dictate what behaviors are considered acceptable and unacceptable when it comes to relationships between...
When it comes to discussing religious beliefs about love and desire, there is often an emphasis on abstinence before marriage and fidelity within marriage.
This can create problems for people who...
Repression
For centuries, religion has played an important role in shaping societal norms regarding sexuality. Many religions have historically prescribed strict rules and regulations around sex,...
People who identify themselves as LGBTQ+ often feel conflicted when it comes to their sexual orientation because of societal expectations and religious beliefs that they are expected to follow. There...