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Record Nr.

UNINA9910456708703321

Autore

Abramson Paul R. <1949->

Titolo

Sex appeal [[electronic resource] ] : six ethical principles for the 21st century / / Paul R. Abramson

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York, : Oxford University Press, 2010

ISBN

1-282-38806-1

9786612388064

0-19-974208-1

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (157 p.)

Disciplina

176

306.7

Soggetti

Sexual ethics

Sex

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; 1. Do No Harm; 2. Celebrate Sex; 3. Be Careful; 4. Know Yourself; 5. Speak Up / Speak Out; 6. Throw No Stones; Conclusion; References; Index

Sommario/riassunto

An epidemic of sexually-transmitted infections and sexual violence is upon us. Political interests are overriding sexual freedom in the name of morality. Marriages are just as likely to fail as they are to succeed. Why, in a time of unprecedented personal liberties and medical knowledge, are so many Americans so uncertain about what constitutes ethical sexual behavior? Sex Appeal is neither a moralistic screed nor a self-indulgent guide to sexual utopia. Instead, it charts a thoughtful course between extremes to present six ethical principles for sexual health and happiness: do no harm, celebr