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What are sexual fantasies?
Mental imagery that is sexually arousing or erotic to an individual, ranging from brief thoughts to elaborate scenarios.
How common are sexual fantasies?
Nearly everyone experiences sexual fantasies.
Can sexual fantasies occur without sexual behavior?
Yes, they can happen spontaneously, intentionally, or during activities such as erotic dreams.
What role do sexual fantasies play in partnered activities?
They can heighten sexual arousal and excitement.
Are sexual fantasies indicative of sexual dissatisfaction?
No, they are not necessarily indicative of dissatisfaction.
What are some common themes in men's sexual fantasies?
Interpersonal relationships, domination, and sexual scenarios with multiple partners.
How do women's sexual fantasies differ from men's?
Women are more likely to fantasize about relationships and submission.
How do sexual fantasies change during a woman's ovulation?
Heterosexual women are more likely to experience frequent and arousing fantasies involving more males.
What are some benefits of sharing sexual fantasies?
It can enhance emotional intimacy, encourage growth, and facilitate exploration in a relationship.
What should partners do if a fantasy is upsetting during discussion?
It's okay to stop the conversation or seek professional help.
What may correlate with deviant sexual fantasies in men?
Social isolation and emotional instability.
What do sexual fantasies indicate about an individual's sex drive?
They can be used as a measure of sex drive and relate to testosterone levels.
What gender differences exist in engaging in sexual fantasies?
Men tend to engage in sexual fantasies more often and at an earlier age than women.
How do men's and women's sexual fantasies typically differ?
Men are more likely to fantasize about interpersonal relationships and domination, while women often fantasize about relationships and submission.
Who are heterosexual men and gay men more likely to fantasize about?
Heterosexual men are more likely to fantasize about women, while gay men are more likely to fantasize about men.
How do heterosexual women and lesbians differ in their sexual fantasies?
Heterosexual women and lesbians are more flexible regarding the gender of their fantasy objects.
What changes occur in heterosexual women's sexual fantasies during ovulation?
During ovulation, they experience more frequent and arousing sexual fantasies featuring a greater number of males, often emphasizing sex within a relationship.
What is the incidence of masturbation among genders?
Masturbation is generally more common among men than women.
How often do women vs. men report masturbating?
More than half of women report masturbating once per month or less, while more than half of men report masturbating once per week or more.
What percentage of men and women reported masturbating two or more times a week?
47% of men and 11% of women reported masturbating two or more times a week.
How pleasurable do women and men find masturbation typically?
48% of women found their last masturbation experience very pleasurable compared to 30% of men.
What factors influence attraction differently for men and women?
Men prioritize physical attractiveness, while women place greater weight on similar attitudes.
What does research suggest about women's attraction to socially dominant men?
Women are more likely to be attracted to socially dominant men than men are to socially dominant women.
How do men and women differ in their jealousy regarding attraction?
Men are more likely to be jealous of socially dominant men, while women are more likely to be jealous of physically attractive women.
What preferences do men and women exhibit in mate selection?
Men prefer younger mates, whereas women prefer older mates.
What do men and women value more in a prospective partner regarding physical appearance?
Men value good looks more, while women prioritize good earning capacity.
How do men and women justify affairs differently?
Women justify affairs based on love, while men do so when not based on love.
What is the difference in emotional involvement in sex between genders?
Women see love and sex as intertwined, while men tend to distinguish between the two.
What types of infidelity upset men and women differently?
Men are more upset by sexual infidelity; women by emotional infidelity.
What recent study findings relate to gender differences in sexual self-disclosure?
Recent studies indicate no gender differences in sexual self-disclosure despite earlier findings.
What is the relationship between sexual disclosure and satisfaction for men and women?
For men, more sexual disclosure correlates with greater sexual satisfaction; for women, it’s more about nonsexual issue disclosure.
Who typically initiates sex in relationships?
Men typically initiate sex, while women act as
Who associated sexual desire with original sin and condemned masturbation?
St. Augustine (354–430 ce)
What medical views emerged in the Eighteenth Century regarding masturbation?
Masturbation was thought to be a disease causing mental harm, such as poor eyesight and memory loss.
What did Dr. J. H. Kellogg believe about masturbation?
He identified 39 'signs of masturbation' and advocated for a diet of simple foods, particularly grains, to control sexual desires.
What were some methods recommended by physicians in the Nineteenth Century to prevent masturbation in children?
Bandaging or caging genitals or tying hands.
What did Reverend Sylvester Graham create to help control sexual impulses?
The graham cracker, as part of a belief in wholesome foods.
What is the contemporary view on the harmfulness of masturbation?
There is no scientific evidence supporting that masturbation is harmful, barring rare injuries.
What therapeutic benefits have been attributed to masturbation by sex therapists?
It is seen as empowering and important for healthy sexual development.
According to surveys, how common is masturbation among people?
Most people masturbate at some point in their lives.
What shift has occurred regarding the perception of masturbation in contemporary views?
It is now viewed as empowering and crucial for personal sexual exploration and health.
How has the Internet influenced views on masturbation?
It has opened up new opportunities and resources regarding masturbation.
What discrepancy exists between men's and women's attitudes towards masturbation despite sexual revolution?
Some women may still find masturbation less acceptable than men do.
What is oral stimulation of the male genitals called?
Fellatio
What is oral stimulation of the female genitals called?
Cunnilingus
How has the popularity of oral-genital sex changed since the 1940s?
It has increased dramatically and is now viewed as a normal activity.
What percentage of people reported that their last sexual encounter included oral sex?
Over two-thirds.
In what context do most oral sex encounters occur?
Within committed relationships and often during intercourse.
What motivates people to engage in oral sex?
Desire and attraction to their partner or to enhance emotional connection.
Which technique is recommended for fellatio to enhance arousal?
Up-and-down movements of the penis with licking.
What should be avoided during fellatio to prevent gagging?
Deep penetration without control.
What may the partner do to initiate cunnilingus?
Begin by kissing and licking the abdomen and inner thighs.
What is commonly enjoyed by many women during cunnilingus?
Licking or sucking of the clitoris.
What is a significant concern some people have about oral sex?
Cleanliness and embarrassment regarding direct views of private parts.
What has been linked to an increase in oropharyngeal cancer among men?
Cunnilingus with women infected with HPV.
In a study, what percentage of women reported giving oral sex to their partner?
59%.
What percentage of men reported receiving oral sex as very pleasurable?
63%.
How do men and women differ in their reported pleasure from giving oral sex?
52% of men reported it as very pleasurable compared to 28% of women.
What is anal stimulation?
The insertion of fingers, the penis, a vibrator, or a dildo into the rectum, which can lead to orgasm for both partners due to the abundance of nerve endings.
What is digital stimulation in anal play?
Digital stimulation involves a partner's fingers being inserted into the anus, which can enhance sexual sensations during orgasm.
How common is digital anal stimulation among men and women?
17.3% of men and 14.3% of women reportedly experienced digital anal stimulation during their most recent heterosexual encounter.
What is anilingus?
Anilingus, or rimming, involves kissing or licking the anus, requiring precautions to prevent disease transmission.
