Psychology of Human Sexuality

Informationen zum Autor Justin J. Lehmiller, PhD, is a social psychologist and Research Fellow at the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University. He hosts the popular Sex and Psychology Podcast and is author of the bestselling book Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life. Klappentext New edition of an authoritative guide to human sexual behavior from a biopsychosocial perspective The Psychology of Human Sexuality is a comprehensive guide to major theoretical perspectives on human sexuality and the vast diversity of sexual attitudes and behaviors around the world, with broad coverage of topics including anatomy, gender and sexual orientation, sexual behaviors, sexual difficulties and solutions, sex work and pornography. Written from a sex-positive perspective with material that is inclusive and respectful of a diverse audience, the text includes cutting edge research on the origins of sexual orientation and gender identity, as well as new treatments for sexually transmitted infections and diseases. To aid in student learning, the text is accompanied by online resources, including a test bank and instructor slides. Separate chapters deal with attraction and relationship processes. The Psychology of Human Sexuality includes information on: Sex science studies that researchers have failed to reliably replicate since the 2nd Edition was published, and the broader "replication crisis" in psychology "Graysexual" identities that fall on the spectrum between allosexual and asexual, and the sex recession of modern times Recent studies that shed light on sexual behavior in cultures that have previously been the subject of very little study Sex and disability, and "take-home messages" to allow readers to implement beneficial changes in their lives An important and comprehensive text that provides readers with a better understanding of, and appreciation for, the science of sex and sexual diversity, The Psychology of Human Sexuality is an essential resource for students of human sexuality in both intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses. Zusammenfassung The Psychology of HUMAN SEXUALITYNew edition of an authoritative guide to human sexual behavior from a biopsychosocial perspectiveThe Psychology of Human Sexuality is a comprehensive guide to major theoretical perspectives on human sexuality and the vast diversity of sexual attitudes and behaviors around the world, with broad coverage of topics including anatomy, gender and sexual orientation, sexual behaviors, sexual difficulties and solutions, sex work and pornography. Written from a sex-positive perspective with material that is inclusive and respectful of a diverse audience, the text includes cutting edge research on the origins of sexual orientation and gender identity, as well as new treatments for sexually transmitted infections and diseases.To aid in student learning, the text is accompanied by online resources, including a test bank and instructor slides. Separate chapters deal with attraction and relationship processes.The Psychology of Human Sexuality includes information on:* Sex science studies that researchers have failed to reliably replicate since the 2nd Edition was published, and the broader "replication crisis" in psychology* "Graysexual" identities that fall on the spectrum between allosexual and asexual, and the sex recession of modern times* Recent studies that shed light on sexual behavior in cultures that have previously been the subject of very little study* Sex and disability, and "take-home messages" to allow readers to implement beneficial changes in their livesAn important and comprehensive text that provides readers with a better understanding of, and appreciation for, the science of sex and sexual diversity, The Psychology of Human Sexuality is an essential resource for students of human sexuality in both...

Table des matières

About the Author xi
 
Foreplay xii
 
List of Illustrations xiv
 
List of Text Boxes xxi
 
List of Tables xxiii
 
About the Companion Website xxiv
 
1 Theoretical Perspectives on Human Sexuality 1
 
Introduction 2
 
What Drives Us to Have Sex? 2
 
Psychological Influences 2
 
Cultural, Societal, and Environmental Influences 3
 
Biological and Evolutionary Influences 6
 
Major Theoretical Perspectives on Human Sexuality 7
 
Psychoanalytic Theory 7
 
Cognitive-Behavioral and Learning Theories 8
 
Exchange Theories 12
 
Personality Theories 12
 
Evolutionary Theory 15
 
The Perspective of This Text 16
 
Key Terms 18
 
Discussion Questions: What Is Your Perspective on Sex? 18
 
References 18
 
2 Sexology Research: History, Methods, and Ethics 21
 
Introduction 22
 
A Brief History of Sexology 22
 
Hidden Figures in Sexology 25
 
Sexology as a Science 26
 
Sample Selection 27
 
Nonexperimental Research 28
 
Surveys 28
 
Direct Observation 31
 
Case Reports 35
 
Experimental Research 35
 
A Sample Sexperiment 35
 
Strengths and Limitations of the Experimental Method 36
 
A Note on Statistics 36
 
Means and Medians 36
 
Incidence and Prevalence 37
 
Correlation 37
 
Ethics in Sexology Research 38
 
Informed Consent 40
 
Debriefing 40
 
Confidentiality 41
 
How Reliable Are the Results of Sex Studies? 42
 
Evaluating Sex Research 42
 
Key Terms 43
 
Discussion Questions: What Is Your Perspective on Sex? 43
 
References 43
 
3 Human Sexual Anatomy 46
 
Introduction 47
 
Anatomy of the Penis 47
 
A Historical and Cultural Overview of the Penis 47
 
External Anatomy 48
 
Internal Anatomy 52
 
Psychology of the Penis: Genital Concerns 54
 
Genital Health Issues 55
 
Anatomy of the Vulva 56
 
A Historical and Cultural Overview of the Vulva 56
 
External Anatomy 56
 
Internal Anatomy 60
 
Breasts 62
 
Psychology of the Breasts and Vulva: Bodily Concerns 63
 
Breast and Genital Health Issues 65
 
Conclusions 68
 
Key Terms 68
 
Discussion Questions: What Is Your Perspective on Sex? 68
 
References 68
 
4 Human Sexual Response: Understanding Arousal and Orgasm 72
 
Introduction 73
 
Factors That Influence Sexual Arousal 73
 
The Brain 73
 
The Senses 74
 
Hormones 81
 
Substances 84
 
The Sexual Response Cycle 87
 
The Masters and Johnson Model 87
 
Psychological Models of Sexual Response 92
 
Key Terms 93
 
Discussion Questions: What Is Your Perspective on Sex? 93
 
References 94
 
5 Gender and Gender Identity 98
 
Introduction 98
 
Biological Influences on Gender Identity and Sexuality 100
 
Biological Sex Variations 101
 
Psychosocial Influences on Gender Identity and Sexuality 106
 
Social Interactions and Norms 106
 
Physical Environments 107
 
Media 108
 
Gender Diversity: Variations in Gender Expression 108
 
Transgender Persons and Gender Dysphoria 110
 
Cross-Dressing 115
 
Other Gender Diverse Identities 116
 
Just How Different Are Men and Women? 116
 
Sex Differences in Psychology 116
 
Sex Differences in Sexuality an

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Justin J Lehmiller, Justin J. Lehmiller, Justin J. (Harvard University Lehmiller, Lehmiller Justin J.
• Edition: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre de poche
• Sortie: 10.11.2023
• EAN: 9781119883951
• ISBN: 978-1-119-88395-1
• Pages: 416
• Catégories: Littérature spécialisée > Psychologie, ésotérique, spiritualité, anthroposophie > Psychologie: général, ouvrages de référence; Sciences humaines, art, musique > Psychologie; Psychologie, Sexualität, Emotionen, Emotion, Psychology, Sexual- u. Geschlechtspsychologie, Psychology of Sexuality & Gender, Zwischenmenschliche Beziehungen, Ehe u. Familie, Relationships, Marriage & Family