Self-trust is an essential component for building healthy intimate, relational, and social bonds. It refers to the trust one has in themselves; that is, their ability to be true to their values,...
Can radical autonomy coexist with relational interdependence, and what ethical tensions emerge from negotiating this balance?
The concept of autonomy is central to many philosophical and political...
Is love inherently subversive in a world organized around instrumental rationality? This is an interesting question that has been debated for centuries. Love is often seen as an irrational force,...
Participation in online queer communities can have a significant impact on how individuals express their identities, form social connections, and become politically engaged. These interactions...
How does engagement in virtual queer communities affect identity formation, social bonding, and political mobilization in ways that challenge offline heteronormative structures?
The growth of...
The article discusses how sexual rituals can be understood as a powerful means for strengthening social bonds between individuals and groups. It argues that these rituals play an important role in...
Anticipation is an important aspect of human behavior that can have significant effects on the body's physiological response to stimuli, including the release of hormones related to bonding. In this...
Laughter is a powerful tool that can help reduce performance anxiety. It has been found to increase endorphins in the brain, which are natural mood enhancers, reducing stress levels and increasing...
Bonobo apes are an endangered species known for their unique way of resolving disputes through mutualistic sex. Unlike chimpanzees, who often resort to violence, bonobos use affectionate physical...
Bonobos are an endangered species of great apes that live in forests located in Central Africa. They are known for their unique behaviors such as their use of sex as a way to maintain social bonds....