SOC 345 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7 part 1/3: Sexual Fluidity, Bi-Curious, Heteroflexibility
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& taylor, v. straight girl kissing (pp 28 - 32) Sexual fluidity - changes in sexual identity. Calling attention to the power embodied in men as viewers and women as the viewed. Main idea: sexuality is gendered and that sexual desire, sexual behavior, and sexual identity do not always match. Hook up culture - one that accepts and encourages casual sexual encounters, including one-night stands and other related activity, which focus on physical pleasure without necessarily including emotional bonding or long-term commitment. Slightly under half: poc - chicano/latino, asian american. Formal and informal interviews with diverse female college students conducted by undergraduates. Uc santa barbara has a strong party scene with a variety of parties in the weekends mainly open to anyone. Many of the women stated that it is a space where sexuality is expressed and acted on. Straight girl kissing is a turn-on for many men in this culture. Usually starts off with some kind of alcohol consumption.
