SOC301 Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Orgasm
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Summary notes for chapter 13 of gendered society reader. Losing it; similarities and differences in first intercourse experiences of men and women . Historically, female virginity has had greater value than male virginity. Women are twice as likely as men to see their virginity as a gift to their future partner. Men are three times more likely than women to see their virginity as a stigma. 81% of men found their first intercourse physiologically satisfying; only 28% of women agreed. 67% of men found their first intercourse psychologically satisfying; only 28% of women agreed. Men gain affirmation of manhood through first intercourse. Young men"s accounts of their first time are predominantly concerned with their own orgasm, performance and sense of reaching a landmark; partner"s pleasure is just a bonus. In traditional views of sexuality, men are active, powerful and dynamic, while women are passive receivers. Sex as violence: emphasizes abuse, incest and fear of sex.
