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Comparing Gender Differences in Willingness to Accept Same- and Other-Sex Dyadic and Multi-Person Sexual Offers: An Examination of the Backlash Effect
by Ashley E. Thompson, Lizzy Bensen and Ryan Scoats
Behav. Sci. 2025, 15(8), 1128; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs15081128 - 20 Aug 2025
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Proponents of Sexual Script Theory posit that men and women differ in their sexual behaviors/motivations, often due to culturally ingrained expectations. When these expectations are violated, individuals may face stigma, particularly in nontraditional contexts like mixed-sex threesomes (MSTs). This study examined gender differences [...] Read more.
Proponents of Sexual Script Theory posit that men and women differ in their sexual behaviors/motivations, often due to culturally ingrained expectations. When these expectations are violated, individuals may face stigma, particularly in nontraditional contexts like mixed-sex threesomes (MSTs). This study examined gender differences in heterosexual adults’ anticipated stigma and willingness to accept various sexual offers, including dyadic and MST offers involving same- and other-sex partners, through the lens of the backlash effect (i.e., the anticipation of stigma for participating in sexual behaviors that contradict societal expectations). A total of 540 heterosexual U.S. adults read vignettes depicting hypothetical sexual invitations and completed measures assessing anticipated stigma and willingness to engage. Results revealed that men anticipated less stigma and were more willing to accept sexual offers than women. Participants also anticipated less stigma and reported greater willingness to accept other-sex dyadic offers as compared to same-sex or MST offers. However, men reported the highest anticipated stigma and lowest willingness for same-sex dyadic offers, suggesting a novel backlash effect against men engaging in gender non-conforming behaviors. These findings offer support for the persistence of the sexual double standard and provide evidence for gendered backlash effects, including those impacting heterosexual men. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Sexual Double Standard: Prejudice in Gender and Sexual Orientation)
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The Relationship Between Men’s Self-Perceived Attractiveness and Ratings of Women’s Sexual Intent
by Peter O. Rerick, Tyler N. Livingston and Jonathan Singer
Behav. Sci. 2025, 15(8), 1101; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs15081101 - 14 Aug 2025
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Sexual and romantic partners tend to match on various dimensions of mate value including physical attractiveness. Men may be motivated to inflate their self-perceived physical attractiveness to justify pursuing highly attractive women. In the present research, heterosexual men (N = 180) received [...] Read more.
Sexual and romantic partners tend to match on various dimensions of mate value including physical attractiveness. Men may be motivated to inflate their self-perceived physical attractiveness to justify pursuing highly attractive women. In the present research, heterosexual men (N = 180) received random assignment to a two-way between-participants factorial design that tested the effects of a woman’s physical attractiveness (low vs. high) and the recipient of her ambiguous sexual behavior (the participant himself or another man) on men’s ratings of her sexual intent. Participants rated that attractive women had greater sexual intent compared to unattractive women, but only when the participant himself was the recipient of women’s behavior. Men’s self-perceived physical attractiveness did not vary as a function of the woman’s physical attractiveness except when another man was the recipient of a physically attractive woman’s behavior, which reduced men’s perceptions of their physical attractiveness. Findings suggested that men’s self-perceptions and women’s appearance may bias men’s sexual judgment. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Psychology of Mate Choice, Romantic Relationships and Sexuality)
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Unveiling the Flowers: The Views of Female Victims of Rape on the Care Offered in a Teaching Hospital
by Melissa de Oliveira Araújo and Karla Patrícia Cardoso Amorim
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2025, 22(8), 1264; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph22081264 - 13 Aug 2025
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This study aimed to analyze the perception of women who were victims of rape about the care provided at a teaching hospital located in the northeast of Brazil. A qualitative study was conducted with seven women. The interviews took place in a trustworthy [...] Read more.
This study aimed to analyze the perception of women who were victims of rape about the care provided at a teaching hospital located in the northeast of Brazil. A qualitative study was conducted with seven women. The interviews took place in a trustworthy and confidential environment in the presence of a psychologist. The data were analyzed through content analysis, evidencing the women’s perceptions. The sample was achieved by convenience sampling and was homogeneous, with a profile of women who were young, white/black, and single, with low education and a history of sexual violence. Positive views about the care provided at the hospital included its status as a reference center, motivating women to seek health services. The legitimization of women’s rights, effective care, and the possibility of having a legal abortion were also mentioned. The challenges reported included the need for a prepared health team and more humanized and multidisciplinary care. Women who had suffered rape sought medical assistance for support, guidance, and a humane approach to understanding their rights, often finding a compassionate response from the teaching hospital staff. Despite advances in care, challenges remain, such as perceived judgment regarding legal abortion, highlighting the need for policies that better meet the needs of victims. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Behavioral and Mental Health)
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Examining the Association Between Exposure to the #ShesWell Campaign and Black Women’s Conversations with Healthcare Providers About Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
by Vanessa Boudewyns, Gabriel Madson, Stefanie K. E. Anderson, Hannah Getachew-Smith, Ryan S. Paquin, Sarah E. Sheff, Nivedita L. Bhushan, Revae S. Downey and Jennifer D. Uhrig
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2025, 22(8), 1224; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph22081224 - 6 Aug 2025
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Low uptake of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention among Black women has been partly attributed to barriers related to patient-provider communication. The goal of this paper was to investigate the association between exposure to the #ShesWell campaign and Black women’s communication about [...] Read more.
Low uptake of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention among Black women has been partly attributed to barriers related to patient-provider communication. The goal of this paper was to investigate the association between exposure to the #ShesWell campaign and Black women’s communication about PrEP with a healthcare provider (HCP). We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 403 sexually active, Black women after the initial phase of #ShesWell and used multivariable regression models to analyze whether exposure to #ShesWell was associated with talking to an HCP about PrEP or intention to discuss PrEP with an HCP in the future. Approximately 33% of women surveyed reported exposure to #ShesWell. Campaign exposure was significantly associated with talking to an HCP in the past year about PrEP (OR = 4.96, p = 0.001) and intention to discuss PrEP with an HCP in the next six months (B = 0.29, p = 0.038). Stronger beliefs that doctors should initiate sexual health conversations were positively associated with past PrEP conversations (OR = 2.32, p < 0.001) and future intention (B = 0.11, p = 0.029). Greater comfort discussing prevention (B = 0.35, p < 0.001), self-efficacy discussing PrEP (B = 0.29, p = 0.001), and concern about getting HIV (B = 0.51, p < 0.001) were also associated with intention to discuss PrEP with an HCP. Findings highlight the potential for communication campaigns to motivate patient-provider communication about PrEP, addressing a reported barrier to PrEP uptake among Black women. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Women and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV Prevention)
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Changes in L-Carnitine Metabolism Affect the Gut Microbiome and Influence Sexual Behavior Through the Gut–Testis Axis
by Polina Babenkova, Artem Gureev, Irina Sadovnikova, Inna Burakova, Yuliya Smirnova, Svetlana Pogorelova, Polina Morozova, Viktoria Gribovskaya, Dianna Adzhemian and Mikhail Syromyatnikov
Microorganisms 2025, 13(8), 1751; https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms13081751 - 26 Jul 2025
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L-carnitine and Mildronate are substances that can significantly rearrange the energy metabolism of cells. This can potentially cause changes in the bacterial composition of the gut microbiome and affect testis functionality and male sexual health. Mice of the C57Bl/6 line were used. Sexual [...] Read more.
L-carnitine and Mildronate are substances that can significantly rearrange the energy metabolism of cells. This can potentially cause changes in the bacterial composition of the gut microbiome and affect testis functionality and male sexual health. Mice of the C57Bl/6 line were used. Sexual behavior was assessed using physiological tests, and gene expression patterns were assessed by qPCR. High-throughput sequencing of mouse fecal microbiota was performed. We showed that long-term administration of Mildronate has no significant effect on the intestinal microbiome, and there was a compensatory increase in the expression of genes involved in fatty acid and leptin metabolism. No impairment of sexual motivation in male mice was observed. Prolonged L-carnitine supplementation caused a decrease in alpha diversity of bacteria and a decrease in some groups of microorganisms that are components of a healthy gut microflora. A correlation was observed between the level of bacteria from Firmicutes phylum, indicators of sexual motivation of mice, and the dynamics of body weight gain. Our results may indicate that metabolic modulators can have a significant impact on the structure of the bacterial community of the gut microbiome, which may influence male sexual health through the gut–semen axis. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Gut Microbiota)
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Interns’ Abuse Across the Healthcare Specialties in Saudi Arabian Hospitals and Its Effects on Their Mental Health
by Farah A. Alghamdi, Bushra M. Alghamdi, Atheer A. Alghamdi, Miad A. Alzahrani, Basmah Ahmed Qasem, Atheel Ali Alshehri, Alwaleed K. Aloufi, Mohammed H. Hakami, Rawaa Ismail Mohammed Ismail, Alaa H. Hakami, Ahmed Elabwabi Abdelwahab and Sultan Mishref Alghmdi
Psychiatry Int. 2025, 6(3), 89; https://doi.org/10.3390/psychiatryint6030089 - 24 Jul 2025
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Healthcare abuse is a critical human rights and public health issue, particularly impacting medical interns and trainees who are vulnerable to mistreatment during their formative professional years. This cross-sectional study, conducted from February to June 2024, evaluated the prevalence and psychological impact of [...] Read more.
Healthcare abuse is a critical human rights and public health issue, particularly impacting medical interns and trainees who are vulnerable to mistreatment during their formative professional years. This cross-sectional study, conducted from February to June 2024, evaluated the prevalence and psychological impact of harassment and discrimination among 463 healthcare interns in Saudi Arabia from various specialties, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and dentistry. Using a self-administered online questionnaire, we found that mistreatment was widely reported, with female interns experiencing significantly higher rates of sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination. Common perpetrators included residents, lecturers, professors, nurses, and patients, with incidents most frequently occurring in surgical and internal medicine departments. Despite high prevalence, only 9% of interns reported the abuse due to mistrust in reporting systems or failure to recognize the behavior as abuse. These experiences were associated with significant psychological distress, including frustration, reduced motivation to learn, and higher DASS scores, particularly among female interns. The study underscores the need for institutional reforms, including policy development, cultural change, and effective reporting systems to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for future healthcare professionals. Addressing abuse in medical training is essential for individual well-being and the sustainability and integrity of healthcare systems. Full article
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Dating Application Use and Its Relationship with Mental Health Outcomes Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Urban Areas of Thailand: A Nationwide Online Cross-Sectional Survey
by Sarawut Nasahwan, Jadsada Kunno and Parichat Ong-Artborirak
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2025, 22(7), 1094; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph22071094 - 9 Jul 2025
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Dating applications (DAs) are widely used to establish social and sexual connections among men who have sex with men (MSM), particularly in urban areas. In this study, we aimed to examine the associations between DA use and mental health among Thai MSM. An [...] Read more.
Dating applications (DAs) are widely used to establish social and sexual connections among men who have sex with men (MSM), particularly in urban areas. In this study, we aimed to examine the associations between DA use and mental health among Thai MSM. An online cross-sectional survey was completed by 442 MSM residing in Bangkok and urban municipalities across all regions of Thailand. Psychological distress (PD) and probable depression were assessed using the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) and the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), respectively. Of the participants, 62.7% were current users, with 33.2% experiencing PD and 33.9% having depression. A logistic regression analysis showed that PD was significantly associated with late-night use (AOR = 2.02, 95% CI: 1.08–3.78), matching failure (AOR = 1.95, 95% CI: 1.12–3.38), rejection (AOR = 2.07, 95% CI: 1.18–3.62), and ghosting (AOR = 1.78, 95% CI: 1.02–3.11). Simultaneously, depression was significantly associated with using DAs with the motivation of hooking up (AOR = 2.27, 95% CI: 1.05–4.93), privacy violations (AOR = 2.76, 95% CI: 1.42–5.38), unsolicited sexual images (AOR = 2.04, 95% CI: 1.11–3.74), physical assault (AOR = 2.97, 95% CI: 1.57–5.61), harassment (AOR = 2.54, 95% CI: 1.37–4.70), scams (AOR = 2.59, 95% CI: 1.41–4.77), and extreme disappointment from DA use (AOR = 5.98, 95% CI: 1.84–19.41). These findings highlight how DA usage patterns and negative experiences may contribute to the poorer mental health among MSM in urban areas. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Behavioral and Mental Health)
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Sexual Reward in an Intimate Relationship
by Wafaa Sowan, Ateret Gewirtz-Meydan, Shelly Engdau, Ronit Dror, Sabaa Masarwe and Zeev Wivstok
Sexes 2025, 6(3), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6030033 - 30 Jun 2025
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Objectives: This study examined the association between three sexual motivations—rewarding, intimacy, and enhancement—and their relationship to sexual and relationship satisfaction. A novel conceptualization of sexual reward was introduced and tested. Methods: The sample included 675 individuals in steady intimate relationships (12+ months). Participants [...] Read more.
Objectives: This study examined the association between three sexual motivations—rewarding, intimacy, and enhancement—and their relationship to sexual and relationship satisfaction. A novel conceptualization of sexual reward was introduced and tested. Methods: The sample included 675 individuals in steady intimate relationships (12+ months). Participants completed measures assessing sexual motives and satisfaction levels. A newly developed scale for sexual reward motivation was validated. Findings: The rewarding motive was present among many participants, with approximately 10% reporting frequent use. Rewarding was negatively associated with both relationship satisfaction and sexual satisfaction. It also showed a negative correlation with enhancement motivation and no significant correlation with intimacy motivation. Conclusions: While occasional sexual reward may not impact relationship dynamics, frequent use of this motive appears to undermine both sexual and relational well-being. The findings suggest that sexual reward is a distinct and measurable motivation with potential implications for couple dynamics and therapeutic intervention. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Relationship Guidance, Mindfulness, and Couple Well-Being)
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Erotic Vitality and BDSM Practices: Sexual Experiences of Self-Identified Submissive Cisgender Heterosexual Portuguese Men
by Luís Santos, Filipa Macedo and Ana Isabel Sani
Sexes 2025, 6(2), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6020030 - 13 Jun 2025
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The term BDSM is used to describe a wide range of sexual practices, with previously negotiated and mutually consented rules, which take place through a carefully dramatized exercise of roles and powers in the context of erotic and/or sexual interaction. This qualitative study [...] Read more.
The term BDSM is used to describe a wide range of sexual practices, with previously negotiated and mutually consented rules, which take place through a carefully dramatized exercise of roles and powers in the context of erotic and/or sexual interaction. This qualitative study explores the paths and discourses of 14 Portuguese men who practice BDSM and self-identify as submissive. In-depth online interviews were conducted to contextualize the emergence, development, and self-assessment of their practices. The thematic analysis of the results identified three themes: (1) between the awakening and consolidation of interest in the BDSM universe, (2) contacts, encounters, and (dis)continuities, and (3) erotic and sexual experiences (un)blindfolded. The reading of the results is based on a non-pathologizing perspective and highlights a positive evaluation of the sexual experiences reported, motivated by an intentional and collaborative search for pleasure and eroticism that violates traditional gender boundaries. It is recommended that future empirical studies are carried out using non-pathological models associated with BDSM, which could expand knowledge and legitimize different ways of experiencing sexuality. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Sexual Behavior and Attitudes)
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Coverage of HPV Vaccination and Influencing Factors Among Female College Students in Northern China
by Li Yang, Chen Xing, Xue Yu, Yanrui Xu, Weibing Wang, Caiyun Chang and Qingbin Lu
Vaccines 2025, 13(6), 598; https://doi.org/10.3390/vaccines13060598 - 31 May 2025
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Background: Despite the significant global disease burden associated with HPV infection, the vaccination coverage among female college students in China remains suboptimal. This study aimed to examine HPV vaccination coverage, knowledge levels, and determinants influencing vaccination behavior among female college students in northern [...] Read more.
Background: Despite the significant global disease burden associated with HPV infection, the vaccination coverage among female college students in China remains suboptimal. This study aimed to examine HPV vaccination coverage, knowledge levels, and determinants influencing vaccination behavior among female college students in northern China, utilizing the Health Belief Model (HBM) as a theoretical framework. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted from December 2024 to January 2025, involving 4076 female students from six universities in Jinan, China. The participants were categorized into three groups: vaccinated (VG), willing-to-vaccinate (WTG), and unwilling-to-vaccinate (UTG). Data on sociodemographic characteristics, HPV knowledge, health beliefs, and vaccination behavior were analyzed using ANOVA, chi-square tests, correlation analysis, and multivariate logistic regression. Results: The vaccination rate was 18.11%, with 40.19% expressing willingness to vaccinate and 41.71% expressing unwillingness. Vaccinated students demonstrated higher levels of HPV knowledge (6.66 ± 2.67 compared to 4.76 ± 3.10 in the UTG, p < 0.001) and were predominantly from urban areas (OR = 0.64, p < 0.001). The key determinants of vaccination uptake included perceived benefits (OR = 1.54, p < 0.001), perceived barriers (OR = 3.34, p < 0.001), self-decision-making ability (OR = 1.80, p < 0.001), and social motivation (OR = 0.21, p < 0.001). Notably, increased knowledge was associated with vaccine hesitancy in the WTG group (OR = 0.45, p < 0.001), indicating that information overload may adversely affect decision-making processes. Structural barriers, such as cost (42.63%), safety concerns (46.59%), and misconceptions (e.g., 57.76% cited “no sexual activity” as a reason for refusal), significantly impeded vaccine uptake. Conclusions: The low coverage of HPV vaccination is indicative of deficiencies in knowledge, socioeconomic disparities, and cultural perceptions. Tailored interventions should focus on educational efforts to correct misconceptions, provide subsidized access to vaccines, and implement empowerment strategies that enhance self-efficacy and informed decision-making. Policymakers should incorporate these findings into national cervical cancer prevention programs to address the gap between vaccination intention and behavior among young women in China. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Human Papillomavirus Vaccines)
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Review
Sexual Motivation (Desire): Problems with Current Preclinical and Clinical Evaluations of Treatment Effects and a Solution
by Anders Ågmo
Behav. Sci. 2025, 15(5), 642; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs15050642 - 9 May 2025
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There has been an extensive search for efficient pharmacological treatment of female sexual interest/arousal disorder and other sexual dysfunctions. However, available treatments have met limited success, except for the drugs used for treating erectile deficiency. A possible reason for this may be that [...] Read more.
There has been an extensive search for efficient pharmacological treatment of female sexual interest/arousal disorder and other sexual dysfunctions. However, available treatments have met limited success, except for the drugs used for treating erectile deficiency. A possible reason for this may be that both the preclinical and clinical evaluation of treatment effects have been inadequate. The present literature review shows that the intensity of sexual approach behaviors in non-human animals appears to be predictive of clinical effect whereas the traditional studies of copulatory behaviors and associated motor patterns have questionable predictive power regarding effects on human sexual desire. In clinical studies, it is essential to include the unconscious components of sexual motivation in any approach to its quantification. This basic fact is incompatible with the use of self-reports for evaluating treatment effects on motivation. Genital responses to sexual incentives are automatic and therefore outside of volitional control and can, therefore, provide unbiased estimates of the intensity of sexual motivation. These responses may be objectively quantified. Tests for implicit sexual motivation must also be used for capturing unconscious mental components. Including the unconscious components of sexual motivation as well as of objective measures of genital responses in clinical studies may improve evaluations of the effectiveness of drug treatment of low sexual interest/arousal disorder. In preclinical studies, predictive validity can be improved by quantifying sexual approach behaviors rather than copulatory behavior. The paradigm shift suggested here may finally allow for the discovery of efficient treatments for some sexual dysfunctions. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Psychiatric, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders)
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Sexting Motivation Scale (EMS) in Peruvian Youth
by Joel Palomino-Ccasa, Analí Tuanama Shupingahua, Lady Pamela Torrejon Chuqui, Jhon Kenedy Saldaña Sánchez, María Yndrid Tantaruna Diaz, Segundo Salatiel Malca-Peralta and Dany Yudet Millones-Liza
Sexes 2025, 6(2), 20; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6020020 - 25 Apr 2025
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The sharing of explicit sexual images through virtual platforms has grown exponentially in recent generations, causing various issues such as low self-esteem, sextortion, and cyberbullying, among others. Therefore, it is imperative to have a deeper understanding of this issue. This research aims to [...] Read more.
The sharing of explicit sexual images through virtual platforms has grown exponentially in recent generations, causing various issues such as low self-esteem, sextortion, and cyberbullying, among others. Therefore, it is imperative to have a deeper understanding of this issue. This research aims to construct an instrument that allows for the identification of the motivations that lead to the practice of sexting in young university students. The research had two phases: conducting an Exploratory Factor Analysis, which included 320 university students (48.2% female and 51.8% male) aged between 18 and 30 (M = 20.4; SD = 2.62). In the second phase, 1056 university students (55.9% female and 44.1% male) within the same age range as the first phase participated (M = 22.38; SD = 2.64), for whom a Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was conducted. The final version of the scale consisted of a unidimensional model comprising eight items that assess internal and external motivations leading to the practice of sexting, with an adequate fit index (CFI = 0.991, TLI = 0.988, and RMSEA = 0.068). Additionally, an omega coefficient of 0.93 was found, indicating adequate reliability. It was concluded that the Sexting Motivation Scale (EMS by its initials in Spanish) demonstrates good reliability and construct validity, making it suitable for measuring motivation for sexting. Full article
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To Intervene or Not to Intervene: An Experimental Methodology Measuring Actual Bystander Behaviour
by Danielle Labhardt, Nadine McKillop, Emma Holdsworth, Sarah Brown, Douglas Howat and Christian Jones
Behav. Sci. 2025, 15(4), 550; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs15040550 - 18 Apr 2025
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Bystander intervention and sexual assault research typically rely on self-reported intent to intervene. However, predicted behaviour can be considerably different from actual behaviour. Hypothetical scenarios are often utilised to remove extenuating circumstances, limiting insight into actual behaviour where those circumstances impact intervention. This [...] Read more.
Bystander intervention and sexual assault research typically rely on self-reported intent to intervene. However, predicted behaviour can be considerably different from actual behaviour. Hypothetical scenarios are often utilised to remove extenuating circumstances, limiting insight into actual behaviour where those circumstances impact intervention. This paper discusses the development and evaluation of an innovative methodology to measure actual bystander behaviour when witnessing signs of an impending sexual assault. With careful attention paid to ethical considerations and participant safety, 13 participants were directly deceived about the true aim of the research. Utilising observational data and a funnelling debrief, the findings demonstrated varied reactions to sexual assault cues, from not noticing and therefore not intervening, to noticing and (in)directly intervening. Participants’ responses indicated they remained unaware of the deception until it was formally revealed, suggesting the methodology effectively realised the study’s aims. The funnelling debrief mitigated the adverse effects of the deception, with some participants reporting more confidence and motivation to intervene in the future. Further development of this methodology could create more interactive bystander intervention programmes that teach people to identify signs of a sexual assault, develop skills to safely intervene, and raise awareness about sexual violence. Full article
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From Mortal Sins to Individual Pride: Transformations of Sexually Motivated Crimes in the Czech Lands from the Middle Ages to the Present
by Martin Slaboch and Petr Kokaisl
Genealogy 2025, 9(2), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/genealogy9020040 - 4 Apr 2025
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The legal and social perception of sexually motivated crimes has undergone profound transformations in the Czech lands from the Middle Ages to the present. Acts once considered grave moral transgressions, punishable by death, have been gradually decriminalised or even integrated into the realm [...] Read more.
The legal and social perception of sexually motivated crimes has undergone profound transformations in the Czech lands from the Middle Ages to the present. Acts once considered grave moral transgressions, punishable by death, have been gradually decriminalised or even integrated into the realm of personal identity and cultural self-expression. This article examines the evolving legal frameworks and societal attitudes towards such offences, with a particular focus on their implications for family structures, inheritance rights, and genealogical continuity. By analysing historical judicial records—primarily early modern pitch books—alongside contemporary legislation, we highlight the shifting boundaries between crime, morality, and individual rights. Methodologically, this study combines a historical–legal analysis with comparative criminology to elucidate the changing regulatory mechanisms governing sexual behaviour. The findings illustrate that, while legal norms have progressively moved away from religious morality toward individual freedoms, some taboos persist, reflecting enduring social anxieties. The Czech case serves as a model for broader European trends, offering valuable insights into the interplay between law, social norms, and genealogical structures across different historical periods. Full article
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Case Report
Self-Inflicted Foreign Bodies in the Lower Urinary Tract Associated with Sexual Activities—A Case Series
by Michał Godzisz, Iga Kuliniec, Przemysław Mitura, Grzegorz Młynarczyk, Marek Bar, Paweł Płaza, Damian Sudoł, Marcel Pogoda and Krzysztof Bar
Sexes 2025, 6(2), 15; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6020015 - 31 Mar 2025
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Foreign bodies in urological patients are commonly found in the lower urinary tract, especially in the bladder and urethra. Items such as pens, pencils, wires, and cables are often inserted for erotic stimulation, typically associated with alcohol intoxication or psychiatric disorders. The aim [...] Read more.
Foreign bodies in urological patients are commonly found in the lower urinary tract, especially in the bladder and urethra. Items such as pens, pencils, wires, and cables are often inserted for erotic stimulation, typically associated with alcohol intoxication or psychiatric disorders. The aim of this study is to present the adverse events of non-conventional sexual manipulation and the harmful effects of using atypical objects for masturbation purposes. The study presents a series of case reports describing patients with self-inflicted foreign bodies in the lower urinary tract, collected over 20 years at a single medical center. Most patients were admitted to the hospital with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTSs) and signs of infection, such as abdominal pain and fever. Only 6 out of 12 patients revealed their intention regarding foreign body insertion. Additionally, 9 out of 12 patients did not attend the follow-up visit. Self-inflicted foreign bodies in the lower urinary tract vary in type and motive. Patients may be reluctant to disclose these circumstances, complicating diagnosis and treatment, which can lead to serious health risks and a reduced quality of life. Full article
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