Experience, Meaning, And Identity In Sexuality: A Psychosocial Theory Of Sexual Stability And Change
by James Horley /
2016 / English / PDF
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This book takes the head-scratching out of human sexuality.
Personal construct theory provides the foundation for a
psychosocial explanation of sexuality that views everyday social
interaction as key to the development of sexual identity and
desires. The theory developed here accounts for stability and
change in sexual identity through an understanding of the
importance of experience and the importance of meaning in
everyday life. The potential impact of erotica and pornography on
sexual desire is discussed, as is the role of social power on
sexual behaviour. The variation of sexual expression among
individuals―everything from asexuality and sado-masochism to
sexual assault―is examined and explained. Formal techniques for
changing sexual desires are also presented.
This book takes the head-scratching out of human sexuality.
Personal construct theory provides the foundation for a
psychosocial explanation of sexuality that views everyday social
interaction as key to the development of sexual identity and
desires. The theory developed here accounts for stability and
change in sexual identity through an understanding of the
importance of experience and the importance of meaning in
everyday life. The potential impact of erotica and pornography on
sexual desire is discussed, as is the role of social power on
sexual behaviour. The variation of sexual expression among
individuals―everything from asexuality and sado-masochism to
sexual assault―is examined and explained. Formal techniques for
changing sexual desires are also presented.
