Psychologists have studied the psychological functions served by fantasy in balancing loyalty and desire, but there is no clear consensus on how to define "fantasy" or "desire". In this article, I...
I will explore how experimentation challenges dichotomies of "normal" versus "deviant" sexuality in personal identity construction. This involves examining the ways in which individuals construct...
Psychological Conflicts Arise When Personal Desires Clash With Social Norms
Personal desires are individual thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that an individual holds close to their heart. They are...
What Cognitive and Emotional Effects Result from Persistent Sexual Incompatibility?
Sexual incompatibility occurs when one partner has different needs, preferences, or desires than their partner....
Flirting is an important social skill that involves communication techniques used to express interest or attraction towards another person. It can be done through verbal, nonverbal, or written means,...
Gender Norms Restrict Authentic Sexual Role Exploration
Sexuality is an important aspect of human life. It involves physical intimacy between people who share feelings and desires.
Society...
Real-life sex involves physical contact, emotional connection, and often requires effort to plan and execute. Virtual sexual encounters are different because they can take place through technology,...
Cybersexual communities offer an alternative to traditional social norms regarding morality and sexual behavior. These online platforms provide individuals with the opportunity to explore their...
There are different types of phobias that individuals may experience, such as fear of heights, spiders, darkness, water, enclosed spaces, flying, public speaking, and so forth. These phobias can...
The alignment of fantasies with personal values is an essential component of human existence. Fantasizing involves creating imaginative scenarios that are pleasing to one's mind and can be fulfilled...