Gender and Sex: Double Standards within Society
Double standards and sex are very controversial topics, because there are many different definitions for what constitutes as sex. There are also various conflicting opinions on what the meaning of abstinence, being a virgin and intercourse is. This paper examines if there is a double standard when it comes to gender and sex as well as the effects of the double standard on society. It also looks at the definition of sex and reasons for having a personal definition.
For this paper, I interviewed two college aged females and two college aged males. Everyone I interviewed agreed that there was a double standard when it comes to gender and sex and there was a difference in what each of them discussed. …show more content…
Men said they did let the double standard of gender and sex affect what they thought of others. One gave the example of being more inclined to judge a female who had multiple hook- ups rather than judge a male. Although they did say if the girl was having sex with a steady boyfriend there would be no judgement, as if the girl was remaining celibate. The women were split on their opinion of the effects of the double standard. One stated that she did let the double standard affect her while, the other stated that she tried hard to not let society’s mold affect the way she viewed …show more content…
One tremendous mark in history was the legalization of same sex marriage in June of 2015. The liberal media has also assisted in the increased acceptance of sexuality. Celebrities like Ellen DeGeneres and Miley Cyrus are open and activists for their sexualities. Ellen is an activist for the gay community and participates in the movement by presenting her sexuality in a positive manner. Miley Cyrus has raised awareness for sexual fluidity by discussing her own sexuality in an interview. I am confident that in time there will be fewer prejudices against sexuality.
In conclusion, there are many different ideas on double standards and sex. However, it ultimately comes down to your personal definition of sex. This paper has discussed the double standards and influences of gender and sex. It also discusses various definitions of sex and the reasons for having a personal definition of sex.
Reference
McKee, R. W., & Taverner, W. J. (n.d.). Is Oral Sex Really Sex. Taking Sides and Clashing Views in Human Sexuality,
Double standards and sex are very controversial topics, because there are many different definitions for what constitutes as sex. There are also various conflicting opinions on what the meaning of abstinence, being a virgin and intercourse is. This paper examines if there is a double standard when it comes to gender and sex as well as the effects of the double standard on society. It also looks at the definition of sex and reasons for having a personal definition.
For this paper, I interviewed two college aged females and two college aged males. Everyone I interviewed agreed that there was a double standard when it comes to gender and sex and there was a difference in what each of them discussed. …show more content…
Men said they did let the double standard of gender and sex affect what they thought of others. One gave the example of being more inclined to judge a female who had multiple hook- ups rather than judge a male. Although they did say if the girl was having sex with a steady boyfriend there would be no judgement, as if the girl was remaining celibate. The women were split on their opinion of the effects of the double standard. One stated that she did let the double standard affect her while, the other stated that she tried hard to not let society’s mold affect the way she viewed …show more content…
One tremendous mark in history was the legalization of same sex marriage in June of 2015. The liberal media has also assisted in the increased acceptance of sexuality. Celebrities like Ellen DeGeneres and Miley Cyrus are open and activists for their sexualities. Ellen is an activist for the gay community and participates in the movement by presenting her sexuality in a positive manner. Miley Cyrus has raised awareness for sexual fluidity by discussing her own sexuality in an interview. I am confident that in time there will be fewer prejudices against sexuality.
In conclusion, there are many different ideas on double standards and sex. However, it ultimately comes down to your personal definition of sex. This paper has discussed the double standards and influences of gender and sex. It also discusses various definitions of sex and the reasons for having a personal definition of sex.
Reference
McKee, R. W., & Taverner, W. J. (n.d.). Is Oral Sex Really Sex. Taking Sides and Clashing Views in Human Sexuality,