Physical affection is a powerful tool for communication that plays an important role in human life. It can be expressed through touching, hugging, kissing, holding hands, stroking, caressing,...
South Asia is a diverse region encompassing several nations that have distinct religions, cultures, traditions, and social norms regarding romantic and sexual interactions between individuals. These...
Religious teachings about modest behavior can have significant effects on people's self-confidence, feelings, and actions related to sexuality and romantic love. These beliefs influence how people...
There are many different types of religious practices that require individuals to adopt an ascetic lifestyle. These can include abstaining from certain foods, avoiding material possessions, or...
How do religious beliefs about premarital touching affect personal experience and perception of physical affection before marriage?
Religious teachings against sexual activity outside of marriage...
In Kiribati, an Oceanic country located in Micronesia, most people are Christians and follow traditional practices that are influenced by their religion. These traditions have shaped the way they...
Cultural Norms Shape Expectations Of Sexual Behavior In Romantic Relationships
Sexual behaviors are influenced by culture in many ways.
Some cultures may have strict rules about what kind of...
In some relationships, people may feel close to each other without having much to talk about. This can be especially true when there are challenges that prevent them from communicating effectively,...
How do relational rituals affect sexual connection?
The relationship between physical affection and intimacy is a complicated one that has been studied for centuries. But why does it matter how...
I will explain how sexual boundaries evolve over time between individuals who oscillate between intimacy, distance, and ambivalence. First, I will define what intimacy is and how it can be developed...