Religious traditions have historically viewed sexual desire as something to be governed, directed, or sanctified rather than freely expressed. This view has resulted in various psychological...
The relationship between sex and religion is complicated and often contradictory. While many religions discourage sex outside of marriage, they also acknowledge its importance for procreation and...
In many societies around the world, there is a strict code of conduct that governs behavior within the family unit, particularly when it comes to sexuality. While these codes may vary from one...
Ritualization and Sanctification
Rituals are symbolic actions that represent something else, such as marriage. Religious marriages involve ceremonies where couples vow to be faithful to each other...
Sexual fantasies can be understood as mental images or thoughts that involve sexual activity between individuals. These fantasies can take many forms, including romantic or erotic encounters,...
Sex is one of the most fundamental human needs.
Many cultures around the world have specific rules regarding what can and cannot be done during sex. These regulations may take different forms,...
What is Religious Guilt About Sexual Fantasies or Erotic Thoughts?
Religious guilt is the feeling of shame, regret, or remorse that results from violating one's belief system or moral code. This...
The topic is how African traditional religions in Uganda conceptualize polygamy, and what psychological and relational dynamics emerge for co-wives, husbands, and families.
Polygamy is defined as...
How do religious sects define sexual exploitation, and what psychological, social, and cognitive mechanisms ensure adherence among followers?
We will discuss how religious sects define sexual...
The issue of how religious morality shapes the internalization of sexual guilt after pleasure is an important one that has been studied extensively in recent years. Researchers have found that there...