The Psychology of Human Sexuality, 3rd Edition

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Edition: 3rd
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Pub. Date: 2023-11-06
Publisher(s): Wiley
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Summary

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, withbroad coverage of topics including anatomy, gender and sexual orientation, sexual behaviors, sexual difficulties and solutions, prostitution, 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:

  • Formerly sound sex science studies that researchers have failed to reliably replicate since the 2nd Edition was published, and the greater “replication crisis” in the field 
  • “Graysexual” identities that fall on the spectrum between sexual 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 provides readers with a better understanding of, and appreciation for, the science of sex and the amazing complexity of human sexuality, The Psychology of Human Sexuality is an essential resource for students of human sexuality in both intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses.
 

Author Biography

Justin J. Lehmiller, PhD, is the Director of the Social Psychology Graduate Program and an Assistant Professor of Social Psychology at Ball State University. He is also a Faculty Affiliate of The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University and runs the popular blog Sex and Psychology.

Table of Contents

About the Author
Foreplay 
List of Illustrations
List of Text Boxes
List of Tables
About the Companion Website 

Chapter 1: Theoretical Perspectives on Human Sexuality 1
Introduction 
What Drives Us to Have Sex?
Major Theoretical Perspectives on Human Sexuality
The Perspective of This Text
Key Terms
Discussion Questions: What is Your Perspective on Sex?
References 

Chapter 2: Sexology Research: History, Methods, and Ethics 26
Introduction 
A Brief History of Sexology 
Sexology as a Science 
Sample Selection
Nonexperimental Research
Experimental Research 
A Note on Statistics 
Ethics in Sexology Research
How Reliable are the Results of Sex Studies?
Evaluating Sex Research 
Key Terms 
Discussion Questions: What is your Perspective on Sex?
References

Chapter 3: Human Sexual Anatomy 54
Introduction 
Anatomy of the Penis 
Anatomy of the Vulva 
Conclusions 
Key Terms
Disucussion Questions: What is Your Perspective on Sex?
Referenes 

Chapter 4: Human Sexual Response: Understanding Arousal and Orgasm 87 
Introduction
Factors That Influence Sexual Arousal 
The Sexual Response Cycle 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions: What is Your Perspective on Sex?
References 

Chapter 5: Gender and Gender Identity 117 
Introduction
Biological Influences on Gender Identity and Sexuality 
Psychosocial Influences on Gender Identity and Sexuality 
Gender Diversity: Variations of Gender Expression
Just How Different are Men and Women?
Key Terms
Discussion Questions: What is Your Perspective on Sex?
References 

Chapter 6: Sexual Orientation 145
Introduction 
Sexual Orientation: Definitions and Types 
Measurement and Prevalence 
Theories of Sexual Orientation 
Sex Differences in the Expression of Sexual Orientation
Sexual Orientation Attitudes
Sexual Orientations Myths 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References 

Chapter 7: The Laws of Attraction 175
Introduction
What Attracts Us to Other People?
Attraction Processes among LGBTQ+ Persons 
Why are Men and Women Attracted to Different Characteristics?
Key Terms 
Discussion Questions 
References 

Chapter 8: Intimate Relationships- Sex, Love and Commitment 200
Introduction
Singlehood and Casual Relationships 
Love and Comitted Relationships 
What Makes a Relationship Last?
Key Terms 
Discussion Questions 
References 

Chapter 9: Sexual Behaviors 235
Introduction 
Solitary Sexual Behaviors 
Partnered Sexual Behaviors 
Frequency and Benefits of Sex and Orgasm
Sexual Behvior in Psychological Perpspective 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References

Chapter 10: Lifespan Sexual Development 265
Introduction 
Sexual Development from Infancy through Adolescence 
Sexuality and Aging 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References

Chapter 11: Sex Education, Contraception, and Pregnancy 287 
Introduction 
Sex Education
Sex Education in Cross-Cultural Perspective 
Contraception
History 
Pregnancy 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References

Chapter 12: Sexually Transmitted Infections and Safer-Sex Practices 312 
Introduction
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Bacterial Infections
Factors that Increase the Spread of STIs
The Psychological Impact of STIs
Preventing Infection
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References 

Chapter 13: Sexual Dysfunction and Sex Therapy 336
Introduction 
Causes of Sex Difficulties 
Types of Sexual Dysfunction
Sex Therapy 
Tips for Avoiding Sexual Difficulties 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References

Chapter 14: Variations in Sexual Behavior 363 
Introduction 
What are Paraphilias 
Types of Paraphilias 
Paraphilia Controversies
Treatment of Paraphilic Disorders
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References 

Chapter 15: Sex Laws, Sexual Victimization, and the Sexual Marketplace 388
Introduction
A Brief History of Sex Laws
Sexual Consent XX
Non Consensual Sex: Sexual Coercion and Violence 
The Sexual Marketplace 
Key Terms
Discussion Questions
References 

Epilogue 
Glossary 
Index 


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