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Cultural Attitudes Toward Female Genitality

Cultural attitudes toward female genitality vary widely and shape what sexual behaviors are considered normal.

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Feb 5, 2026

What does research say about cultural differences in consent and sexual negotiation around oral sex?

Research finds that consent around is shaped by behavior-specific norms, gendered negotiations, and cultural scripts: people report different internal willingness and external communication depending ...

Jan 10, 2026

How do cultural attitudes toward female genitality vary globally and influence sexual behavior and consent?

Cultural attitudes toward female genitality vary widely—from open, positive framings in some secular societies to tightly policed, moralized or ritualized frameworks in others—and those differences sh...