Essays and Research Papers on Human Sexuality

Bataille's "Erotism: Death and Sensuality" : This 5 page paper examines this classic work and answers questions related to experiencing extreme sex without encountering death. Death, sex and love are explored. No additional sources cited. SA023Ero.rtf

An 8 page paper which compares and contrasts teenage pregnancy and adult pregnancy. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page discussion of the importance of condom use. While culturally we sometimes regard condoms in a comical light, they play a critical role in human and even world health. Condoms are important in birth control and in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. Utilizing the approach of concept analysis, this paper ...

A 12 page overview of the relationship that exists between condom use and the prevention of the sexual transmission of AIDS. The author examines several prevalent ideological barriers to that utilization. These include: conflicting information from government officials (and even a flagrant lack of awareness), misinformation about what acts are actually “safe sex”, lack ...

This 3 page paper provides a detailed account of the ideal American male based upon Owen Wister's, "The Virginian". Other westerns are also used to support the notion of the ideal American male as being a rugged, adventurous hero. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page discussion of why non-whites seem more likely than whites to contract HIV/AIDS. The statistics demonstrating this discrepancy are provided and speculation is presented as to what social factors might be at play to explain those statistics. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the societal problem of child molestation, specifically focusing on the ways in which this deviance affects society in general. This paper explores the ways in which this behavior can be reduced and whether or not this behavior should be eliminated entirely. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing statistics, causes, risk factors and other information associated with teen pregnancy, then following with a brief examination of abstinence programs. Silver Ring Thing is the abstinence program example used. Other programs stress preserving virginity only. Silver Ring Thing does the same, while also offering a second chance ...

A 4 page discussion of the dangers of HIV and AIDS. Centering the discussion around the facts presented in a September 15, 2004 article in the Houston Chronicle by La Monica Everett-Haynes, the author of this paper points out the many misperceptions that perpetuate HIV infection. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper focuses on the fact that Priests are inordinately charged with this type of conduct. The media phenomenon is discussed. The paper also pays attention to relationships that occur in schools around the nation. What constitutes abuse and what is acceptable are issues discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 9 page exploration of the reasons that we have failed to use protection when engaging in sex. Noting the research that is available emphasizing the importance of condom use in particular, the author blames our culture and our ignorance as the causative factor our failure to employ protective measures in our sexual encounters. ...

This 6 page paper addresses issues of love and lust and the redefinition of friendship, family and love in modern society. Several quotes from various works are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the nature of body image and the social concepts that relate to body image. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

The spread of HIV infection and the AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) epidemic has been especially problematic in the countries of the Third World, and health professionals have attempted to determine the correlation between existing efforts towards reducing its spread and positive outcomes for at-risk populations. One of the emerging problems as AIDS and ...

A 9 page overview of the epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment of syphilis. This paper distinguishes between the various stages of the disease and notes the varied approaches to diagnosis and treatment that are required for each. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper examines swinging and views it as a negative choice for most couples. Research on the subject is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the process involved in creating a viable pregnancy, from conception through implantation in the uterus. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper examines the concept of hooking up, where it came from and where it is going. The social change is analyzed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page observation that the number of people infected with Auto Immune Deficiency Disorder (AIDS)/HIV varies tremendously between the more technologically developed regions of the world and the less developed regions. In developing countries these fatal conditions are seldom treated at the same level as they are in more developed countries. Bibliography ...

A 10 page overview of the many problems that can lead to male infertility. Some of these problems are genetic but others are environmental and sociocultural. The author of this paper emphasizes that the first step in addressing male infertility is determining the precise cause of the problem. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

An 18 page address of the problem that is emerging in the Catholic Church. This paper explores the various theories that are being promoted to explain this abuse. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 9 page review of the impacts of this fatal disease. The author emphasizes that, while it can affect some groups more frequently than others, all races and all ages are at risk for contracting AIDS. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 3 page review of the story of one intersex individual’s quest to understand why she never fit in the male world in which she was raised. This paper addresses five specific questions about Long’s story. No additional sources are listed.

A 10 page review of the statistics of AIDS in the Cleveland Ohio area and in the nation as a whole. The author emphasizes that, while it can affect some groups more frequently than others, all races and all ages are at risk for contracting AIDS. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 5 page paper investigates and names these web sites. The trend is examined. Bibliography lists 6 sources.