Sexology: The Basics is the contemporary manual of human sexuality, eroticism, and intimate relationships. It takes you to every corner of the human erotic mind and physiological arousal response for a thorough understanding of all the functional parts of our sexualities, including how we bond, love and have sex from a broad perspective of diversities in sex, gender, and relationships, from monogamy to polyamory, Vanilla to Kink. This book bridges the gaps in our knowledge of sex education.
It is the ultimate guide to answering all the questions you never dared to ask, whether you are a student or a professional, or want to make sense of our often confusing erotic world.
Author(s): Silva Neves
Series: The Basics Series
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 225
City: London
Cover
Endorsement Page
Half Title
Series Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Biography
Acknowledgements
Glossary
Introduction
Words
Chapter 1: What is sexology?
A brief history of sex and sexuality
A brief history of sexology
The bio-psycho-social model
Why is sexology important?
Sex-positivity
Sexology and disability
Intersectionality
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 2: Sex and gender
The difference between sex and gender
Nonbinary and transgender people
The different genders
Different pronouns
Sexism
Misogyny
Misandry
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 3: Sexuality
Sexual orientation and eroticism
Sexual orientation diversities
Diversities within sexual orientations
Sexuality diversities and the heteronormative society
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 4: Eroticism
The Erotic Template
The four cornerstones of eroticism
The ten types of Erotic Boosters
The Somatic Erotic Pathways
The Erotic Equation
Erotic fantasies
Novelty-seeking
Fetish and kink
Exploring your Erotic Template
Sexual memories
Sexual fantasies
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 5: The basic physiology of sex
The anatomy of people assigned or assumed female at birth (AFAB)
The clitoris
Vulva and vagina
The labia and the mons
The vulva skin and pubic hair
The vestibule
The anus
A closer look at the vagina
The pelvic floor muscles
The vaginal mucosa
The internal reproductive system of AFAB people
The sexual response in AFAB people
Conditions for good sex
Desire and arousal
Non-concordance in sexual response
Orgasm
Resolution phase
The myths of the orgasm of people with vulvas
Vaginal orgasms
The G-spot
Squirting
Childbirth
Hormonal changes in pregnancy
Lochia
Breasts and breastfeeding
Post-birth psychological well-being
Menopause
Symptoms of menopause
The anatomy of people assigned or assumed male at birth (AMAB)
Penis
Scrotum and testes
Epididymis
Vas deferens
The ejaculatory ducts
The pelvic floor muscles
The anus
The sexual response in AMAB people
Erection
Reflex erections
Orgasm
Ejaculation
The biological causes of sexual problems
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 6: Sexual behaviours
The six principles of sexual health
Sexual practices
Motivation for sex
Sexual satisfaction
Problematic sexual behaviours
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 7: Pornography
Opinions or facts
What is pornography?
Problematic use of pornography
The pros and cons of pornography
Pornography myths
Sexual crimes
Objectification
Relationship problems
Unreliable erections
The use of pornography
Ethical porn
Revenge porn
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 8: Relationships
Friendships
Intimacy
Intimate relationships: romantic and sexual relationships
Attachment styles
Secure attachment
Anxious attachment
Avoidant attachment
Disorganised attachment
Mononormativity
Modern understanding of attachments
The planetary system of relationships
Love
The seven types of Greek love
The 5 Love Languages®
The science of love
The rule for good romantic relationships is … there is no rule
The third element
The good relationship checklist
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 9: Sexual offending
Sexual offending behaviours
Illegal pornography
Summary
Further reading
References
Chapter 10: Sex is an important part of overall health
Sexual health as part of overall health
The health benefits of good sex
What about aphrodisiacs?
The health benefits of good relationships
Check your H.A.L.T.O.
Happiness
Summary
Further reading
References
Conclusion
Index
