Sex Cells And Same Sex Desire

Author : David A Parker
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317764502

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Sex, Cells, and Same-Sex Desire by David A Parker Pdf

This fascinating new book explores the myriad aspects of biological theories of sexual preference. Sex, Cells, and Same-Sex Desire describes, reviews, and questions recent biological research on sexual preference from the point of view of knowledgeable scientists and of scholars in the social sciences and humanities representing the emerging field of gay studies. The issues involved have a vibrant history, are wide-ranging, and remain the objects of much controversy. This book demystifies biological research on sexual preference and makes it accessible to readers unfamiliar with biological and medical research. Sex, Cells, and Same-Sex Desire is divided into several sections, each of which is introduced by an explanation of key concepts and terms found in that section. The book begins with a discussion of the history of biological theories and sociocultural concepts of gender and sexuality. The next 3 sections explore specialized areas of biological science and related issues: genetics and evaluation, hormones and the endocrine system, and brain physiology and structure. A final section discusses social stigma, science, and medicine. A glossary of terms used by the authors is included, so readers may look up those that may be unfamiliar.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Homosexuality
ISBN : OCLC:35105239

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Sex, Cells, and Same-sex Desire by Anonim Pdf

Author : David A Parker
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 489 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317764519

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Sex, Cells, and Same-Sex Desire by David A Parker Pdf

This fascinating new book explores the myriad aspects of biological theories of sexual preference. Sex, Cells, and Same-Sex Desire describes, reviews, and questions recent biological research on sexual preference from the point of view of knowledgeable scientists and of scholars in the social sciences and humanities representing the emerging field of gay studies. The issues involved have a vibrant history, are wide-ranging, and remain the objects of much controversy. This book demystifies biological research on sexual preference and makes it accessible to readers unfamiliar with biological and medical research.Sex, Cells, and Same-Sex Desire is divided into several sections, each of which is introduced by an explanation of key concepts and terms found in that section. The book begins with a discussion of the history of biological theories and sociocultural concepts of gender and sexuality. The next 3 sections explore specialized areas of biological science and related issues: genetics and evaluation, hormones and the endocrine system, and brain physiology and structure. A final section discusses social stigma, science, and medicine. A glossary of terms used by the authors is included, so readers may look up those that may be unfamiliar.

Author : Lisa M. Diamond
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0674026241

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Sexual Fluidity by Lisa M. Diamond Pdf

Is love “blind” when it comes to gender? For women, it just might be. This unsettling and original book offers a radical new understanding of the context-dependent nature of female sexuality. Lisa M. Diamond argues that for some women, love and desire are not rigidly heterosexual or homosexual but fluid, changing as women move through the stages of life, various social groups, and, most important, different love relationships.This perspective clashes with traditional views of sexual orientation as a stable and fixed trait. But that view is based on research conducted almost entirely on men. Diamond is the first to study a large group of women over time. She has tracked one hundred women for more than ten years as they have emerged from adolescence into adulthood. She summarizes their experiences and reviews research ranging from the psychology of love to the biology of sex differences. Sexual Fluidity offers moving first-person accounts of women falling in and out of love with men or women at different times in their lives. For some, gender becomes irrelevant: “I fall in love with the person, not the gender,” say some respondents.Sexual Fluidity offers a new understanding of women’s sexuality—and of the central importance of love.

Author : Menelaos Apostolou
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030539252

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The Evolution of Same-Sex Attraction by Menelaos Apostolou Pdf

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolutionary origins of same-sex attraction, evaluating multiple existing evolutionary theories. It combines empirical findings with theoretical arguments in order to review evidence on the prevalence rates of same-sex attraction and determine its genetic and environmental basis. Among the topics addressed: Attitudes towards same-sex attraction across human history Assessing the weak selection pressures hypothesis of attraction Assessing the male choice hypothesis of attraction Evolution of same-sex attraction in men versus women The Evolution of Same-Sex Attraction will be of interest to academics and students of evolutionary and psychological sciences, filling a gap in literature on the origins of specifically same-sex attraction.

Author : Dean H. Hamer,Peter Copeland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105009742508

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The Science of Desire by Dean H. Hamer,Peter Copeland Pdf

Front-page headlines last July reported the discovery of a gene marker for male homosexuality. Now the scientist who made the discovery describes his history-making research and the far-reaching implications of this first genetic link to behavior.

Author : Carla Mucignat-Caretta
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781466553415

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Neurobiology of Chemical Communication by Carla Mucignat-Caretta Pdf

Intraspecific communication involves the activation of chemoreceptors and subsequent activation of different central areas that coordinate the responses of the entire organism—ranging from behavioral modification to modulation of hormones release. Animals emit intraspecific chemical signals, often referred to as pheromones, to advertise their presence to members of the same species and to regulate interactions aimed at establishing and regulating social and reproductive bonds. In the last two decades, scientists have developed a greater understanding of the neural processing of these chemical signals. Neurobiology of Chemical Communication explores the role of the chemical senses in mediating intraspecific communication. Providing an up-to-date outline of the most recent advances in the field, it presents data from laboratory and wild species, ranging from invertebrates to vertebrates, from insects to humans. The book examines the structure, anatomy, electrophysiology, and molecular biology of pheromones. It discusses how chemical signals work on different mammalian and non-mammalian species and includes chapters on insects, Drosophila, honey bees, amphibians, mice, tigers, and cattle. It also explores the controversial topic of human pheromones. An essential reference for students and researchers in the field of pheromones, this is also an ideal resource for those working on behavioral phenotyping of animal models and persons interested in the biology/ecology of wild and domestic species.

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Understanding the Biology of Sex and Gender Differences
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2001-07-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309132978

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Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health by Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Understanding the Biology of Sex and Gender Differences Pdf

It's obvious why only men develop prostate cancer and why only women get ovarian cancer. But it is not obvious why women are more likely to recover language ability after a stroke than men or why women are more apt to develop autoimmune diseases such as lupus. Sex differences in health throughout the lifespan have been documented. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health begins to snap the pieces of the puzzle into place so that this knowledge can be used to improve health for both sexes. From behavior and cognition to metabolism and response to chemicals and infectious organisms, this book explores the health impact of sex (being male or female, according to reproductive organs and chromosomes) and gender (one's sense of self as male or female in society). Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health discusses basic biochemical differences in the cells of males and females and health variability between the sexes from conception throughout life. The book identifies key research needs and opportunities and addresses barriers to research. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health will be important to health policy makers, basic, applied, and clinical researchers, educators, providers, and journalists-while being very accessible to interested lay readers.

Author : Beert C. Verstraete
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Homosexuality
ISBN : 1560236043

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Same-sex Desire and Love in Greco-Roman Antiquity and in the Classical Tradition of the West by Beert C. Verstraete Pdf

Introduction / Beert C. Verstraete, Vernon Provencal -- Reconsiderations about Greek homosexualities / William Armstrong Percy -- The dispersion of pederasty and the athletic revolution in sixth-century BC Greece / Thomas F. Scanlon -- Glukus Himeros : pederastic influence on the myth of Ganymede / Vernon Provencal -- Pindar's Tenth Olympian and athlete-trainer pederasty / Thomas Hubbard -- Boeotian swine : homosexuality in Boetia / Charles Hupperts -- "Sleeping in the bosom of a tender companion" : homoerotic attachments in Sappho / Anne L. Klinck -- Some myths and anomalies in the study of Roman sexuality / James L. Butrica -- Representations of the Cinaedus in Roman art : evidence of "gay" subculture? / John R. Clarke -- The originality of Tibullus' Marathus elegies / Beert C. Veerstraete -- On kissing and sighing : Renaissance homoerotic love from Ficino's De Amore and Sopra Lo Amore to Cesare Trevisani's L'impresa (1569) / Armando Maggi -- Light in hellas : how German classical philology engendered gay scholarship / Wayne R. Dynes -- Hellenism and homoeroticism in Shelley and his circle / John Lauritsen -- The Greek mirror : the Uranians and their use of Greece / D.H. Mader -- Eros underground : Greece and Rome in gay print culture, 1953-65 / Amy Richlin.

Author : Simon LeVay
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1996-05-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780262121996

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Queer Science by Simon LeVay Pdf

What makes people gay, lesbian, bisexual, or heterosexual? And who cares? Written by one of the leading scientists in the research of sexual orientation, Queer Science looks at how scientific discoveries about homosexuality influence society's attitude toward gays and lesbians, beginning with the theories of the German sexologist and gay-rights pioneer Magnus Hirschfeld and culminating with the latest discoveries in brain science, genetics, endocrinology, and cognitive psychology.

Author : Ng Zhi-Wen,Ronald JJ Wong,Bernice Lee,Tan Soo-Inn,Joanna Hor,Raphael Zhang
Publisher : Graceworks
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789811166617

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Walking with Same-Sex Attracted Friends by Ng Zhi-Wen,Ronald JJ Wong,Bernice Lee,Tan Soo-Inn,Joanna Hor,Raphael Zhang Pdf

"This book seeks to both encourage those who are serious about following Christ but who are struggling with same-sex attraction, and to challenge the church to lend a listening ear and a helping and welcoming hand. The stories in this book are told with pathos, honesty, and courage. We must all recognise that whatever our story or struggle with sin (and we all have struggles), God has chosen us to be His children so that we can be conformed to the likeness of His Son. The church should understand this and provide a safe redemptive space to all of us sinners, whatever our problem, surrounded by the sheltering canopy of God’s unchanging truth and abiding love." From the Foreword by Bishop Emeritus Dr Robert Solomon, The Methodist Church in Singapore

Author : Simon LeVay
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780199753192

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Gay, Straight, and the Reason Why by Simon LeVay Pdf

What causes a child to grow up gay or straight? In this book, neuroscientist Simon LeVay summarizes a wealth of scientific evidence that points to one inescapable conclusion: Sexual orientation results primarily from an interaction between genes, sex hormones, and the cells of the developing body and brain. LeVay helped create this field in 1991 with a much-publicized study in Science, where he reported on a difference in the brain structure between gay and straight men. Since then, an entire scientific discipline has sprung up around the quest for a biological explanation of sexual orientation. In this book, LeVay provides a clear explanation of where the science stands today, taking the reader on a whirlwind tour of laboratories that specialize in genetics, endocrinology, neuroscience, cognitive psychology, evolutionary psychology, and family demographics. He describes, for instance, how researchers have manipulated the sex hormone levels of animals during development, causing them to mate preferentially with animals of their own gender. LeVay also reports on the prevalence of homosexual behavior among wild animals, ranging from Graylag geese to the Bonobo chimpanzee. Although many details remain unresolved, the general conclusion is quite clear: A person's sexual orientation arises in large part from biological processes that are already underway before birth. LeVay also makes it clear that these lines of research have a lot of potential because--far from seeking to discover "what went wrong" in the lives of gay people, attempting to develop "cures" for homosexuality, or returning to traditional explanations that center on parent-child relationships, various forms of "training," or early sexual experiences--our modern scientists are increasingly seeing sexual variety as something to be valued, celebrated, and welcomed into society.

Author : Institute of Medicine,Health Sciences Section,Health Sciences Policy Program,Neuroscience and Behavioral Health Program,Committee on Lesbian Health Research Priorities
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1999-05-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309174060

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Lesbian Health by Institute of Medicine,Health Sciences Section,Health Sciences Policy Program,Neuroscience and Behavioral Health Program,Committee on Lesbian Health Research Priorities Pdf

Women's health, as a field of study, is a developing discipline. Health theories in general have been based on studies of men. However, in recent years, more attention has shifted to women's health, realizing the disparities between men and women in relation to their health. During the last two decades, a similar shift has occurred for a group of womenâ€"lesbian womenâ€"to further identify and specify their health needs. Over the past decade, lesbians have organized to call for attention to the health issues of this community, resulting in several federally funded research initiatives. This book offers a comprehensive view of what is known about lesbian health needs and what questions need further investigation, including: How do we define who is lesbian? Are there unique health issues for lesbians? Are lesbians at higher or lower risk for such health problems as AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases, breast cancer, mental disorders, and substance abuse? How does homophobia affect lesbian health and the funding of research on lesbian health? How do lesbian health needs fit into the health care system and the larger society? What risk and protective factors shape the physical and mental health of lesbians? The book discusses how to determine which questions to ask about sexual orientation, the need to obtain information without violating privacy, the importance of considering racial and ethnic diversity in the study of lesbians, strategies for exchanging information among researchers and disseminating findings to the public, and mechanisms for supporting greater numbers of researchers. Lesbian Health takes a frank look at the political pressures, community attitudes, and professional concerns uniquely affecting the study of lesbian health issues. The book explores many other issues including the potential for transferring findings in this field to other population groups, including other rare populations and women in general.

Author : Robert Alan Brookey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : MINN:31951P005396732

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Reinventing the Male Homosexual by Robert Alan Brookey Pdf

Author : Christopher Yuan
Publisher : Multnomah
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780735290921

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Holy Sexuality and the Gospel by Christopher Yuan Pdf

From the author of Out of a Far Country, which details his dramatic conversion from an agnostic gay man who put his identity in his sexuality to a Bible professor who now puts his identity in Christ alone, comes a gospel-centered discussion of sex, desire, and relationships. Dr. Christopher Yuan explores the concept of holy sexuality--chastity in singleness or faithfulness in marriage--in a practical and relevant manner, equipping readers with an accessible yet robust theology of sexuality. Whether you want to share Christ with a loved one who identifies as gay or you're wrestling with questions of identity yourself, this book will help you better understand sexuality in light of God's grand story and realize that holy sexuality is actually good news for all.