Sexual shaming is a common experience for many people, especially during childhood and adolescence. When someone has been made to feel ashamed about their sexuality or desires, they may develop...
Sexual fantasies are often seen as an important aspect of human sexuality, allowing individuals to explore their deepest desires and fetishes without actually acting upon them in real life.
They...
Fantasies of humiliation refer to imagined scenarios where one person dominates another physically, verbally, or psychologically. These may involve acts such as being forced into uncomfortable...
1. What is the problem?
2. Exposure to idealized depictions of sexual pleasure online can have several negative effects on individuals' perceptions of their own intimate experiences. This paper...
Psychological costs arise when individuals repress their erotic desires for various reasons such as cultural taboos, religious beliefs, social norms, and personal values. These costs can be severe...
Sexual repression is the act of suppressing one's natural sexual urges and impulses in order to conform to societal norms or expectations. While this may be done for various reasons such as fear of...
Cultural Myths and Taboos About Anal Sex
Most cultures around the world have some sort of idea about what is considered "proper" when it comes to sex. In many places, it's common for people to...
Cultural Taboos Create Psychological Tension
Cultural taboos are prevalent throughout history, and they have an impact on how people behave and feel about different topics. One area where this is...
Identity conflicts are common in human societies and manifest themselves in different ways. Some people experience these conflicts through their beliefs, values, language, culture, religion,...
Sexual trauma can have a profound impact on an individual's ability to regulate their emotions over the long term. This is because sexual trauma can lead to changes in brain chemistry that make it...