In many ways, literature can be seen as a reflection of society and its values.
When it comes to the representation of heterosexual normativity in fiction, there are often underlying assumptions...
How do queer performances define eroticism as fluid and performative?
Queer performance art has played an important role in the evolution of queer culture and identity since the Stonewall Riots in...
Gendered erotic expectations refer to the socially constructed ideas about what it means to be male or female, including how men and women are expected to dress, act, communicate, behave, relate, and...
Desire is often thought of as something personal, individual, private, subjective, and emotional. But what if desire can also be political, collective, objective, and strategic? This paper explores...
The topic of this article is how sexual behavior can be shaped by historical and cultural narratives, which gives it greater significance. Sexuality has always been an important part of human...
Sexual shame is an emotional response to perceived failures related to one's own or others' sexuality that can affect individuals and society. It originates from socially constructed beliefs about...
The state's power is often exerted through its ability to create meaning.
It can create national identities and narratives of belonging that unite people despite their differences. One way it...
Misconduct is defined as an act that violates the rules governing behavior in society, such as laws, religious codes, or social norms. Sexual misconduct is one example of this kind of behavior. It...
Sexual fantasies are an important part of human behavior, both for individuals and society as a whole. Throughout history, different cultures have had distinct attitudes toward sexuality, which has...
Gender roles are social constructs that define what is expected from individuals based on their biological sex. Myths have been used throughout history to shape these roles, often emphasizing...