The idea that women are expected to be virgins before marriage has been prevalent in many cultures throughout history. This is due to the belief that men are supposed to have their way with them...
Religious Teaching and Sexual Consent Over Time
Over the past few years, sexual assault has become one of the most pressing issues faced by modern society. In fact, recent studies have shown that...
Barasana is an ancient African tribe that has a rich culture and tradition. One of their traditions involves sexual rules which have been observed since time immemorial. These sexual rules were...
The intersection between ancient religious codes and contemporary concepts of consent and erotic agency has been a subject of debate for centuries. Ancient religions such as Christianity and Islam...
In many religions, sacred texts play an important role in shaping beliefs about sexual violence and its impact on individuals and society. These texts often contain laws, rules, and guidelines that...
The act of rape is defined as the involuntary or forced penetration of another person's body without their consent. This can include intercourse, anal sex, oral sex, digital penetration, and object...
What is sexual coercion, manipulation, or neglect?
Sexual coercion, also called rape, is when someone pressures another person to have sex against their will. Manipulation is when someone uses...
Sexualization is a common phenomenon that affects people's perception of themselves, others, and their surroundings. It can be defined as the attribution of sexual characteristics to objects,...
Sexualization refers to presenting something in a highly sexual manner that may be considered inappropriate for children or unrelated to its context. Sexualized perception is defined as the tendency...
How might sexual dynamics distort internal accountability by shifting blame, credit, or responsibility in unpredictable ways?
In human society, there are typically multiple layers of cultural and...