Essays and Research Papers on Human Sexuality

An 8 page discussion of our biological and societal definitions of sexuality. With very few exceptions, exceptions which will be noted below, definitive biological criteria determine our sex. Those criteria are whether we have testes or ovaries. While biology determines our sex, however, our sexuality and our concept of gender can be ...

This 5-page paper deals with the biography of biologist, zoologist and sexologist Alfred Kinsey. Also mentioned in the paper is the movie recently released about him. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page exploration of contemporary dating expectations among young adults. Reports the fictional outcome of a survey designed to assess the experiences and attitudes of college students in regard to the courtship process. Provides a particular emphasis on the concept of power in a relationship as well as the specifics of the ...

A 7 page paper which discusses fetishism and partialism. The paper focuses on leather fetish and foot partialism, discussing and defining the two, and then examining how the two differ in relationship to psychological considerations. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 25 page paper provides an overview of the problem of the stigmatization of people with HIV/AIDS. This paper applies this problem as it relates to the issue of discrimination in health care access. Bibliography lists 30 sources.

A 6 page discussion of the impact of gender-targeted advertising on society. This paper notes the discrepancies which exist in using females verses male models in certain segments of advertising but emphasizes that as disturbing as this discrepancy is there are even more disturbing aspects of gender-targeted advertising. One of the most disturbing ...

This 7 page paper explores the subject of transgenderism and the reasons why individuals choose this lifestyle. This paper concludes that transgenders have a high desire to be true to what they feel to be their unique gender identity. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 11-page paper discusses the potential of implementing an AIDS awareness education plan in Nigeria. This focuses on a literature review about AIDS in Nigeria, leading to the idea that the right educational program might be effective in preventing the spread of AIDS. Bibliography lists 18 sources.

This 12 page paper that provides an overview of the basic arguments for abstinence-based sex education programming and a comparative view of broad-based approaches. This paper argues that in certain populations, there is a distinct need for broad-based sex education programs in order to reduce the chances of teen pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. Bibliography ...

With an increase in the transmission rates of sexually transmitted diseases, researchers have attempted to determine the best methods for improving condom use in adult populations. This study considers the impact of one HIV/AIDS education program designed specifically to target at-risk adult populations. This 21 page abstract provides an overview of the topic ...

An 8 page research paper that examines the growing trend in the U.S. toward abstinence-only sex education. The writer argues that these programs are ineffective and bad public policy that actually endangers adolescents rather then coping with the problems of teen pregnancy and the rate of STDs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page paper investigates the controversy surrounding sex education programs. In recent years, there has been a push to change the curriculum to one that focuses on abstinence rather than on contraception. Statistics regarding teen pregnancy, the incidence of sexually transmitted diseases in the teen population are provided. Conclusions are drawn regarding the success ...

This 3 page paper explores human sexuality with attention to bisexuality. Cultural attitudes on the issue suggest that gay culture is acceptable, but that going from one gender to another is not. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper provides the history of syphilis. Furthermore, this paper examines syphilis studies, drugs, the Tuskegee experiment, and more. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A paper which considers the psychological aspects of HIV/AIDS, and how these might be taken into account in health promotion and public health campaigns. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 20 page paper provides an overview of the protocols used for a survey of patients with HIV/AIDS. This paper relates the process for those demonstrating stigmatization and discrimination in regards to health care access. Bibliography lists 25 sources.

This 6 page paper dicusses the issue of date rape. Specifically, this paper discusses the history of date rape, provides the opinions of the author of the paper on the subject, and provides opposing viewpoints as well. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

An 8 page research paper expressing the view that the government has better laws to enforce than laws designating the appropriate bedroom activities of married and consensual adults. The writer approaches this essay from several viewpoints including human nature, the U.S. justice system, effects on heterosexual and homosexual couples, the sex industry, and the ...

A 5 page report on the debate surrounding the use of silicone gel breast implants. Ralph Nader involved himself in the controversy in 1988. Since then, various groups have come forward with comments: consumer groups in favor of the implants, consumer groups in opposition to the implants, attorneys, insurance companies, plastic surgeons, and even Congress. ...

8 pages in length. Primarily a research paper on infertility and the significant role that stress plays in creating it. Various measures for reducing stress and increasing fertility are examined as are numerous case studies and relevant statistical data. Treatment methods are analyzed in great scientific detail. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page research paper investigating specific aspects of this sexual dysfunction. Topics include: symptoms and definition according the DSM-IV, characteristics the clinicians must be concerned with before making the diagnosis, possible reasons for the condition and treatment alternatives.

A 5 page essay in which the writer argues based upon research that the concept of "female ejaculation" is probably not a valid one. Evidently, it is more likely that during the excitement of orgasm some females who secrete in large amounts,might expel some of their natural secretion just from the physical vibrations of orgasm ...

A 12 page study that presents the current literature and considers the impacts on treatment procedures. This paper provides an overview of diagnosis, and treatment options for one female subject. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

An 8 page paper weighing the opinions of whether or not women should fake orgasms. The writer lists the pros and cons and reaches a final conclusion on the relative merits of faking. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 5 page essay that discusses Masters and Johnson's claim that this is an affliction that must be cured. The writer takes issue with the statement and points out that it is diametrically opposed to the opinions of Freud and is outside the range of most other sex therapists and 'educators'' opinion regarding female orgasm. ...