Throughout human history, people have used stories about sexual behavior as a tool for control and oppression. These tales often paint a picture of "purity" that is highly restrictive, limiting who...
Sexual rumors have been used throughout history to maintain social norms and enforce rules of behavior. Rumors spreading about individuals' sexual practices are an important form of social control...
The political literature is a literary genre that explores the relationship between power, resistance, and freedom. It includes fictional works that involve politics, government, law, war, economy,...
Sexual secrecy is a common practice among people who engage in consensual sexual activities. While some may choose to keep their sexual behaviors private for personal reasons, others do so out of...
How do sexual purity narratives function as instruments of political discipline, and what psychological mechanisms sustain their influence? Sexual purity narratives are cultural stories that promote...
Ascetic sexual norms are cultural belief systems that promote abstinence from sexual activity outside of marriage or committed partnerships. These norms typically involve strict regulations on what...
Asexual reproduction is one way that organisms produce new individuals from existing ones without the need for mating. It's been suggested that this reproductive strategy is advantageous because it...
Political extremism is defined as an extreme political position that goes beyond moderate views to the point where it is considered radical or revolutionary. It involves holding beliefs or policies...
Sexual shame is the feeling of embarrassment, guilt, or humiliation associated with one's own sexual desires, behaviors, or practices. It can be experienced alone or in connection to others. This...
Marriage is a formal contract between two individuals that creates mutual rights and obligations towards each other. It is also an institution recognized by the government and sanctioned by law. In...