Purity laws are an ancient tradition that has been used throughout history to enforce social norms and maintain control over society. They typically involve strict regulations about what is...
How do societies make sense of their own values regarding sexual behavior, morality, and governmental authority? This question has been asked since time immemorial. In this article, I will examine...
Sexual desire is often regarded as an instinctive, irresistible force that drives human beings to seek pleasure and fulfillment through intimate acts such as kissing, touching, or...
Sexual scandals have been used throughout history to negotiate collective moral, ethical, and cultural standards. From ancient Greece to modern day America, people have sought to maintain social...
How does erotic joy undermine ideological rigidity, and why do puritanical regimes fear sensual pleasure?
The question posed is whether or not erotic joy can be said to undermine ideological...
How does authoritarian culture interpret sexual liberation as a threat to national stability and moral purity?
Authoritarian cultures tend to view sexual liberation as a direct threat to their...
Sexual Transgression Exposures: Punishments and Symbolic Rituals
Sexual transgressions are actions that deviate from socially acceptable norms surrounding sex, sexuality, and gender roles. These...
Sexual shame is a powerful tool used to reinforce political discipline within societies and groups. It serves as a means of controlling and regulating individual behavior, often through the...
Reproduction is an integral part of human existence that plays a significant role in maintaining the population and sustaining the species' survival.
Many states have imposed restrictions on...
Sexual norms have been an integral part of human societies since ancient times. These norms are often associated with power dynamics, which can be used to maintain social order and ethics. In the...