...INTRODUCTION There is thinking about topic of masturbation. Furthermore, there is question like, “Is there such thing as masturbation?” Masturbation will lead to negative thinking when people heard about it. Masturbation was often related to taboos for some cultures, beliefs and religions. People believe and used to assumed masturbation as unhealthy behavior and might harm the person that act it out. Indeed, the assumption was totally wrong. The impact of masturbation can only be identified depending on various factors that effecting and affecting. Cited in the classical article on the theology of masturbation, Father Jos. Farraher, S.J., describes masturbation as “the stimulation of the external sexual organs to a point of climax or orgasm by oneself, by movements of the hand or other physical contacts or by sexually stimulating pictures or imaginations (psychic masturbation) or by a combination of physical and psychical stimulation."2 In a broader sense this includes mutual masturbation in which persons touch one another's genitalia”. (John F. Harvey) It means that masturbation is sex pleasure for one person only. It may or may not include the stroking of genitals and also orgasm. An individual could also masturbate with partners or so-called as ‘mutual masturbation’. Other terms to describe masturbation are ‘onanism’ and ‘self- pleasure’. Also, referring to Better Health Channel, “masturbation means touching and rubbing your penis or clitoris and breasts for sexual pleasure...
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...Sexual Techniques Summer Kaba AAGI10J6T5 November 26, 2011 Lisa Nave Sexual Techniques One sexual technique that is discussed in this chapter is fantasizing. A fantasy is defined as the forming of mental images especially wondrous or strange fancies imaginative conceptualizing (www.dictionary.com). Individuals can fantasize anytime, whether they are by themselves enhancing masturbation, or with their partners engaging sexual activities. It is not uncommon for some partners to even role play and reenact each other’s fantasies for sexual arousal, excitement, and even pleasure. Another sexual technique that was discussed in this chapter was masturbation. Masturbation is defined as the stimulation or manipulation of one’s own genitals especially to orgasm sexual self-gratification (www.dictionary.com). This sexual technique can be done with the aid of a sex toy, or an individual’s own hand. Masturbation is completely normal and healthy for individuals to do. This sexual technique is used for sexual gratification, relieving stress, or even relaxation. Most couples engage in foreplay before encountering sexual intercourse. Foreplay allows individual to prepare themselves, their minds, and especially their bodies for the act of intercourse. Kissing and touching are two excellent ways to begin foreplay. Touching is not just foreplay, but also a sexual technique, an individual can arousal their partner by touch alone. Partners can touch each other’s genitals, caress their...
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...Sexual Techniques Lynn-Ann Marks PSY/265 2/10/2014 Laura Schulz Sexual Techniques Non-coital sexual activity such as cuddling kissing, petting and oral-genital stimulation are used as foreplay. Foreplay is often used to ready both the male and the female before intercourse. In some cases it foreplay comes after coitus as a way for partners to become closer to each other. Kissing is done for just the enjoyment of kissing as well as part of sexual activity. Kissing is also used without erotic significance such as kissing one’s mother on the cheek. Kissing is not just reserved for the lips; often partners kiss each other on different parts of the body such as the breasts, hands, feet and neck. Touching is another way we show affection for one another. Touching is also a form of foreplay. Both men and women enjoy having their genitals touched. In the text several sexual techniques are discussed. The first is the male-superior position. This is when the man is on top and is often called the missionary position. In this position the man is responsible for directing their activity. The second position is the female-superior position. In this position the woman straddles the man from above. “Some women maintain a sitting position; others lie on top of their partners.” (Rathus, S. A., Nevid, J.S 2005) In this position the woman is psychologically and partly in control. Generally speaking, this position can be much more stimulating for the woman because the man...
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...Ethical Dilemmas- Pornography Grand Canyon University Brittany Newman Ethical Dilemmas - Pornography Introduction There is a great impact of pornography to the contemporary sexual treads and human behaviors. Pornography can be visualized as a form of epidemic that is damaging and discrediting lives of so many young people. It’s also affects the spiritual aspect of many individuals within the society. More specifically, this is influenced by pornography through technology. There are serious Ethical Dilemmas in the philosophy of sexual cognition that places the moral contexts of humanity, and their spiritual relations with God, at great risks. In this light this paper seek to discourse the element of ethical thinking and use values-based decision making to address a case study involving an ethical Dilemma within the subject of Pornography. The paper will attempt to argue and compare the perspective of the Christian worldview with assumptions of the secular worldview. Ethical Dilemma The ethical dilemma involves an addict of pornography called Joe. Joe likes watching porn for the purpose of sexual stimulation. He enjoys masturbating behind closed door. This act never fees wrong to Joe. He justifies innocence though believing that no one gets harm. However, this changes when he reads reports regarding the injustice done through forced commercial sexual exploitation of victims of human trafficking, most of who...
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...At first glance, this would seem to be a morally sound practice since it meets all the criteria for moral parenthood that we discussed above. However, some people still have ethical issues with the use of IUI. The three main “complaints” regarding insemination are; 1) Masturbation for sperm collection. 2) The separation of sex and procreation and 3) the commodification of reproduction. The majority of the time, semen is collected by the male through masturbation. Some people object to this for various reasons. These people will state that masturbation is often accompanied by lust which is often cited as being morally wrong. These individuals believe that lust is morally wrong because it is an expression of original sin. The Catholic view is that anything other than “conjugal union” is a violation of the natural order. This being the Church view since 1968 when, under Pope Paul VI, the Vatican produced a document called “Humanae Vitae”. In this document, it is stated that “it is never permitted to separate these different aspects to such a degree to either exclude the procreative intention or the conjugal relation.”...
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...Historic Christian Outlook on Sex A WORLD OF DIVERSITY: Demographic Factors and Masturbation ● The Lateral-Entry (SideEntry) Position The Rear-Entry Position Anal Intercourse Sexual Fantasies Sexual Fantasies of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Individuals ● Sex with Others Foreplay Kissing Touching Stimulation of the Breasts Oral–Genital Stimulation A WORLD OF DIVERSITY: Demographic Factors and Oral Sex ● Sexual Behavior and Fantasies— The 3 R’s: Reflect, Recite, and Review Reflect Recite Review ● Sexual Intercourse: Positions and Techniques The Male-Superior (Man-on-Top) Position The Female-Superior (Woman-on-Top) Position ISBN 1-256-42985-6 Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity, Eighth edition, by Spencer A. Rathus, Jeffrey S. Nevid, and Lois Fichner-Rathus. Published by Allyn & Bacon. Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. TRUTH or Which of the following statements are the truth, and which are fiction? Look for the Truth-or-Fiction icons on the pages that follow to find the answers. fiction 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Married people rarely if ever masturbate. European American men are more likely to masturbate than African American men are. T F T F Women who masturbate during adolescence are less likely to find gratification in marital coitus than women who do not. T F Women are more likely to reach orgasm through sexual intercourse than through masturbation. T F Most women masturbate by inserting a finger or other object into the...
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...Nicole Hill PSY/260 Check Point- Week 7 September 14, 2012 Childhood Development and Sexual Behavior Parents often are astonished at the certain behaviors that they observe their adolescent and toddler children engaging in. Youthful children partake in sexual behaviors similar to adults; actually, sexual behaviors begin with the baby is still in the mothers wound. This is considered the infancy stage (0-2 years) It has been reported that boys have erection sin the utero and some are even born with erections. Pelvic thrusting, orgasms, and masturbation are all things that are typical for infants and young children. Many toddlers discover their genitals, and find themselves rubbing it and enjoying the relaxing pleasure it gives them. Early childhood stage is between 3 and 8, this is where children tend to be more interested in seeing their parents or other naked or undressing, they navigate towards women breasts, begin to touch their own private parts, and more commonly,,,this is the age where a child is very interested in the opposite sex. Preadolescent stage happens between 9-13 years of age. At this age, preadolescent tend to make a close relationship with a friend or “best friend”, typically of the same sex to discuss secrets and other related topics. “Play fighting” usually happens at this stage and sex education is taught around this age, bringing reasoning to the different feelings and desires they may be experiencing. Adolescents stage happens after age 13 up until...
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...Catholic teachings on sexual morality draw from what the Church considers to be natural law, sacred scripture and sacred tradition and are promulgated authoritatively by the Magisterium. Sexual morality evaluates sexual behavior according to Catholic standards of morality, and often provides general principles by which Catholics are able to evaluate whether specific actions meet these standards. Much of the Church's detailed doctrines derive from the principle that "sexual pleasure is morally disordered when sought for itself, isolated from its procreative and unitive [between spouses] purposes".[1] The Catholic Church teaches that human life and human sexuality are inseparable.[2] Because Catholics believe God created human beings in his own image and likeness and that he found everything he created to be "very good,"[3] the Catholic Church teaches that human body and sex must likewise be good. The Church considers the expression of love between husband and wife to be an elevated form of human activity, joining as it does, husband and wife in complete mutual self-giving, and opening their relationship to new life. “The sexual activity, in which husband and wife are intimately and chastely united with one another, through which human life is transmitted, is, as the recent Council recalled, ‘noble and worthy.’”[4] In cases in which sexual expression is sought outside sacramental marriage, or in which the procreative function of sexual expression within marriage is deliberately...
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...RUNNING HEADING: CULTURAL DIFFERENCES University of Phoneix September 23, 2013 Dr. Victoria Anyikwa Culture refers to a set of shared values, beliefs, and norms held by individuals of a group. Culture includes customs, material artifacts, and language that is transmitted from generation to generation. In the United States alone, there are several cultural differences. People do not dress the same, have the same religion, people have different perceptions of the world around them, have different languages, and also have different ways of expressing their personality. Differences between individuals within a culture are much greater than differences within groups. A person's belief, personality, sexual preferences, social standing, education, among other factors affect human behavior and culture. Recognizing and understanding differences in cultural patterns provides a framework for interpreting goals and behaviors of others. The purpose of this paper is to analyze religion and sexual identify/ orientation and point out their significance in understanding cultural differences. Religion Religions throughout the world are distinct in differences and relationship, with some having faith in saints, some in sacrifices and some in multiple gods. Religion is observed throughout the world in unlike traditions in few factors or other and can affect an individual’s behavior in his or her own tradition. According to Santrock (2010), people in numerous traditions will carry...
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...scientific kind and the overwhelming evidence suggest that the statement is accurate. 2. A Definition is a word or group of words which attempt to give meaning to another word or symbol. Definitions gain their power from acceptance, not from being true or false. (Does not use scientific evidence). 3. A False statement (Myth) is a statement in which it is possible to gather evidence of the scientific kind and the overwhelming evidence suggests that the statement is not accurate. a. A myth is something 4. A Value is a statement in which it is not possible to gather evidence of the scientific kind to determine if the statement is accurate. b. Good-bad, attractive-unattractive, sin-morally upright, irresponsible-responsible, lazy etc. c. Masturbation in the shower is wrong is a value statement. (because of the word wrong). Ways to say the SAME (=) Value 1. As IF it were FACT a. It is WRONG to have sex before marriage. b. It is not GOOD to have sex before marriage. 2. As a DEMAND c. YOU SHOULD not have sex before marriage. d. YOU MUST not have sex before marriage. 3. As Opinion, belief, or preference e. I do not like having sex before marriage. f. I do not believe in sex before marriage. g. I prefer not having sex before marriage (implies equality). h. I prefer you not having sex before...
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...Kinsey is a movie that portrays the life and studies of Dr. Alfred Kinsey, a man who revolutionized the way Americans perceive sex and sexual activities. The movie starts out with Kinsey as a child, and shows how he was brought up as a Christian, his overbearing father was a pastor, and was also very strict. He had always been taught that masturbation was a sin, but he did it anyway. His father had decided where he was going to college, but he decided to go elsewhere instead. He very much liked to study gall wasps, and went all over the world collecting them. In the class he taught where he talked about gall wasps, he met one of his students, Clara, and they ended up falling in love and got married. When Kinsey decided to teach a marital sex class, the school board was hesitant at first, but finally gave him the opportunity. Many people took the class, and many people were shocked at some of the material that was presented in the class. Kinsey had a few assistants, one named Clyde Martin in particular, who actually had sex with Kinsey in a hotel room for "experimental purposes." He eventually ended up having sex with Kinsey's wife too. Kinsey also had three children, a son and two daughters, and they would all talk about sex at dinner at night, which Kinsey's son didn't enjoy. Kinsey and his assistants, and their wives, had a strange relationship in that they would all switch partners on occasion. They were kind of like a big group of Swingers. Eventually Kinsey ended up being...
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...CHRISTIAN ETHICS THE 060 REV. KENNEDY OKOTH PATRICIA WACHIRA 15S03ADCRI002 ------------------------------------------------- I am writing this with a neutral stand point on homosexuality. I am not for homosexuality and neither am I against it. INTRODUCTION Homosexuality is sexual attraction, romantic attraction or sexual behavior between members of the same sex or gender. The most common terms for homosexual people are lesbian for females and gay for males, though gay is sometimes used to refer to both male and female homosexuals. There are a number of homosexuals that do not openly identify themselves as such due to homophobia and heterosexists discrimination. Homophobia is the showing of negative attitudes and feelings towards homosexuals and homosexuality. It can be expressed as contempt, aversion or hatred and is sometimes related to religious beliefs Many gay and lesbian people are in committed same-sex relationships which are seen to be equivalent to heterosexual relationships. Some people admire and encourage such relationships while others condemn them and base their argument on religion. Religion and homosexuality are two aspects that have always clashed historically and recently. Many religions argue that it is the homosexual actions that are sinful rather than the state of being homosexual. Some religions condemn homosexuality while some accept it. Here we look at different religious views on homosexuality. DIFFERENT RELIGIOUS VIEWS ON HOMOSEXUALITY ...
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...Abstract The most prevalent female sexual dysfunction by women is arousal and orgasm. Many women have encountered orgasmic disorder their whole life. It is known as Female Orgasmic Disorder (Ohl, 2007). Female Orgasmic Disorder is one of the female sexual disorders, affecting 22-28 percent of female women (Zakhari, 2009). It is defined as a persistent or recurrent delay or an absence of orgasm during normal sexual activity marked by distress over the lifespan (Ohl, 2007). This paper will demonstrate Counseling Plan a woman who was referred by her gynecologist for counseling because she has never experienced an orgasm. It will include assessment of the dynamics of the couple’s relationship as well as issues regarding their sexual functioning, possible sexual dysfunction within the framework of the sexual response cycle, sexual normality as well as a evidence-based counseling interventions grounded through research and treatment plan with ethical considerations. . Table of Contents Abstract 2 Case Study: Michelle and Tom 5 Assessment of Sexual Issues 6 Biological Assessment of Sexuality 6 Cultural Assessment of Sexuality 6 Religious Assessment of Sexuality 7 Psychological Assessment of Sexuality 8 Assessment of Dynamics of the Relationship 8 Family and Couples 8 Diagnostic and Multi-Axial Impressions 9 Diagnostic 9 Multi-Axial 10 Integration of Disorder ...
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...In moral theology, an act is the knowing choice of a human person. Each knowing choice is an act, and each act is subject to the eternal moral law. Some acts are moral, and other acts are immoral. An immoral act is a sinful act. Sin is a knowingly chosen immoral act. The morality of any act is based on three fonts (or sources): (1) The intention or purpose for which the act is done, (2) the inherent moral meaning of the act as determined by its moral object, (3) the circumstances of the act, especially the consequences. To be moral, each and every act must have three good fonts of morality. The intention must be good, the moral object must be good, and the good consequences must outweigh any bad consequences. If any one font is bad, the act is immoral. If an act is immoral due to a bad intention, the same type of act may be moral with a good intention. If an act is immoral due to the circumstances, the same type of act may be moral in different circumstances. But when an act has an evil moral object, the act is inherently immoral, in other words, the act is evil, in and of itself, apart from intention and circumstances. Every intrinsically evil act has an inherent moral meaning (the moral species) which is contrary to the moral law of God. Intrinsically evil acts are never justified by intention or circumstances because the moral species (the type of act in terms of morality) is inherently unjust. Pope John Paul II: "But the negative moral precepts, those prohibiting...
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...lives. Dr. Mark Lasser has chosen to write this book, to share with others his personal struggle and victory with sexual addiction. Dr. Lasser has written this book from a Christian view, to give other individuals hope in a difficult and growing disease, which is taking control and destroying our families. Lasser defines sexual addiction as “a sickness involving any type of uncontrollable sexual activity, and because the addict cannot control his or her sexual behavior negative consequences eventually result.” (Lasser, 2004, pp 23) Lasser goes on to state that this secret sin has existed for years, since the beginning of time, and it still to this day continues to be “misnamed, mistreated, ignored or completely misdiagnosed, and even though it has wounded, killed and humiliated countless individuals people still believe it doesn’t exist”(Lasser, 2004, pp 15) Lasser describes sexual addiction as a “secret sin which grows from seeds planted in childhood and symptoms go undetected for years” (Lasser, 2004, pp 15), being that this is seen as normal developmental phase, going untreated it becomes worse over time, having grave consequences on the individual. Dr. Lasser further points out; sexual addiction is at an increase, due to the fact of the internet, make viewing pornography readily available and relatively unnoticeable to the people around the addict. “Our cultural appetite for sexuality has escalated in addictive ways and we are paying for it”. (Lasser, 2004, pp 30) The American...
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