In today's society, many people feel confused about their identity and purpose due to the constant bombardment of social media, pop culture, and modernization. In this state of disarray, religion can...
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: Exploring the impact of religion on sexual development: a comparison of different religious views
Eroticized Religious Imagery and Its Effects
Religion has always been an important part of human existence, and it is no surprise that there are numerous depictions of religion and its associated...
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: Eroticizing the biblical narrative: how exposure to sexualized religious depictions affects our relationships
Romanticized narratives have become an integral part of popular culture, portraying love stories that often glorify painful emotional experiences such as unrequited love, loss, betrayal, and even...
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: Suffering & hardship: how popular media influences expectations of love, sex, intimacy, & relationships
Heroes are often depicted in popular culture as strong, brave, and selfless individuals who risk their lives to protect others from danger. This perception of heroism is deeply ingrained in many...
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: Sexual intimacy and relationships: how cultural narratives about heroism can impact behavior and desire
How Adolescents Interpret Sexual Norms Communicated Through Music & Pop Culture
Adolescence is a time when young people explore their identities and values, including those related to sex and...
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: What are teenagers learning from music and pop culture about sex? exploring how adolescents interpret sexual norms
Sexuality is a natural part of human life that has been explored throughout history through various forms of art such as literature, film, music, and television shows.
Today's popular media is...
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: How does popular media influence teenagers perceptions of healthy consent? an exploration
Fictional romantic narratives are an essential part of pop culture that has shaped the way we view love, desire, and relationships. From classic novels to modern movies, these stories have given us a...
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: How fictional romance shapes expectations about relationships: unrealistic intensity & harmful behavior
I will discuss how queer theory can reimagine justice as an aesthetic balance between emotion, truth, and care. First, let's explore what queer theory is and why it matters to think about justice in...
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: Queering justice: emotion, truth, and care in literature and popular culture
The question of how to lead an authentic life is one that has been debated since ancient times. In recent years, queer theory has emerged as a way of thinking about identity, politics, and culture...
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: Queer approaches to joy and desire: alternative frameworks for existential fulfillment
Love is an incredibly powerful force that can bring people together in ways beyond imagination. It has been said to conquer all and transcend boundaries, but it is also deeply rooted in human...
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: The power of alternative forms of love: exploring nonheteronormative relationships beyond cultural constraints