Care of the Sexual Self - 193;skesis as a Route to Sex Education

In response to the limitations of traditional US sex education models, this book presents a groundbreaking approach rooted in ancient practices of self-cultivation. Shaun Miller critiques existing frameworks-paternalistic, liberal-consequentialist, and liberal-deontological-arguing that they focus narrowly on behavior, outcomes, and consent while neglecting the deeper development of sexual identity and character. The askesis model, in contrast, offers a transformative method that emphasizes self-discipline, emotional awareness, and critical engagement with societal norms. By applying this askesis to modern sex education, the book proposes a curriculum that encourages students to explore their authentic sexual selves and question heteronormative assumptions. The askesis model moves beyond risk avoidance and simply giving or receiving consent: it empowers individuals to embrace diverse sexual and gender identities while fostering moral and emotional growth.

Product details

• Authors: Shaun Miller
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 19.03.2026
• EAN: 9781666953992
• ISBN: 978-1-66695-399-2
• No. of pages: 336
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; PHILOSOPHY / General, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Gender Studies, PHILOSOPHY / Ethics & Moral Philosophy, Philosophy, Philosophy & theory of education, Ethical issues & debates, Gender studies, gender groups, Philosophy and theory of education, Sex and sexuality, social aspects, Ethical issues and debates, EDUCATION / Teaching / Subjects / Health & Sexuality