| 1. Peer Reviewed Title: Bewitched, betwixt, between [editorial] Author: Tan ML Source: REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH MATTERS. 1998 Nov;6(12):17-8. Abstract: In the Philippines, a strong cultural stereotype describes women as in constant danger of being lured into sin by predatory men. Before marriage, Filipino women are expected to control male sexuality but, after marriage, they are expected to satisfy their husband's needs unconditionally so the husband will not begin to prey on other women. All of this points to the fact that the study of sexuality is complicated, and the study of male sexuality (or sexualities) is relatively unexplored in both developed and developing countries. Male sexuality becomes meaningful only in relational terms, and studies tend to try to expose dichotomies that actually dissolve in real life where definitions of heterosexual and homosexual may shift and where definitions of sexualities may not always fit gender categories. Arriving at an understanding of male sexuality must begin with a recognition that men are more different than alike. Such an understanding must also consider the ways through which a person becomes male and expresses maleness in social life. Language: English Keywords: PHILIPPINES | CRITIQUE | GENDER ISSUES | WOMEN'S STATUS | SEXUALITY | Asia, Southeastern | Asia | Developing Countries | Socioeconomic Factors | Economic Factors | Personality | Psychological Factors | Behavior Document Number: 140824 |
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