Sexual curiosity is a natural part of human nature and can arise for many reasons.
Personal or cultural moral codes may restrict or prohibit individuals from acting upon their desires, leading to...
Religious Adolescents' Coping Mechanisms for Reconciling Sexual Urges with Moral Codes
When it comes to religion and sexuality, there are many conflicting beliefs and teachings that can cause...
Sexual Shame and Moral Codes Shape Private and Public Behaviors
In today's society, there is an ongoing debate about the nature and consequences of sexual shame and its relationship to...
How do state-imposed moral codes generate sexual shame, and what does this interplay reveal about the mechanisms of social discipline and internalized control? Sexuality has always been a powerful...
In contemporary society, erotic vulnerability has become a central aspect of individual and social life, serving as a powerful tool for negotiating relationships between individuals and communities....
Moralizing Political Codes Shape Internalized Sexual Shame
Sexual shame is an emotional response to perceived or real failure to adhere to societal expectations for sexual behavior. It can...
Erotic shame is an essential tool used by political systems to maintain power and control. It can be defined as the feeling of discomfort, embarrassment, or guilt associated with sexual behavior,...
There are many reasons why authoritarian regimes may want to suppress sexuality and erotic desire. One reason is that they believe it can lead to social chaos, as people become less interested in...
Erotic guilt is a powerful tool used by religious, traditional, and patriarchal societies to control individuals' sexual behavior and preferences. It is often imposed through cultural norms, social...
Sexual indiscretion is an act that falls outside the boundaries of socially accepted norms for sexual behavior. It can range from a one-night stand to having multiple partners without disclosing it...