There has been an increased focus on the way that religious institutions handle cases of sexual misconduct within their ranks. This issue has become particularly important given the rise of the MeToo...
Confession is an essential part of many religions' belief systems, including Christianity and Catholicism. It involves disclosing one's sins to a priest or religious leader for forgiveness and...
Religious norms are often invoked to justify sexual morality.
During times of conflict, these norms can become more rigid and oppressive. In many cultures and religions, sexual practices that go...
Pastoral counseling is an important tool for helping people navigate difficult life experiences such as trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and more. For those who have experienced sexual abuse...
Sexual abuse is defined as unwanted sexual contact that occurs without consent or against someone's will. It can take many forms such as touching, fondling, rape, forced kissing, child molestation,...
Too much detail is worse than too little, but there's no way to get it right. It doesn't matter what you write about the people or their culture; it will always be wrong. You can try your best, but...
Sexual activity plays a critical role in the economic structure of many religious institutions, including temples, sacred economies, and ritualized labor. In most cases, these organizations depend...
Gender hierarchies are social structures that determine what attributes society associates with men and women. These hierarchies are often reinforced through religious teachings, which claim to be...
What long-term impacts do experiences of sexual abuse within religious communities have on faith, trust, and relational health?
The question of how experiences of sexual abuse within religious...
The term "sexual exploitation" refers to situations where an individual is subjected to unwanted sexual contact or activity without their full consent. This could include anything from being forced...