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Gender norms and stigma

The impact of gender norms and stigma on the discussion and practice of pegging, particularly in relation to masculinity.

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Jan 20, 2026

How do feelings of vulnerability or empowerment manifest for men who try pegging?

Pegging can produce both acute vulnerability and surprising empowerment for men: many accounts describe an emotionally intense surrender tied to novel physical sensations and role reversal . Clinical ...