The Subjective Construction of the Female Body: How Sex Toys Break down Stigmas on Women's Bodies and Sexuality
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Abstract
This paper explores the role of sex toys in dismantling the stigmatization of women’s bodies and sexuality within contemporary society. Historically, women’s sexual desires and pleasure have often been subjected to societal taboos and restrictions, contributing to the perpetuation of gender inequalities and the marginalization of women’s sexual autonomy. However, the emergence and widespread availability of sex toys have challenged these stigmas and provided women with a means to reclaim agency over their bodies and sexuality. Drawing upon interdisciplinary research and feminist theories, this paper examines the ways in which sex toys have played a transformative role in challenging oppressive norms and fostering positive attitudes towards women’s sexuality. By providing women with tools to explore their own pleasure, sex toys offer a means of empowerment, allowing them to break free from societal expectations and reclaim ownership of their bodies and desires. Furthermore, sex toys have been instrumental in promoting sexual education, enhancing communication between partners, and facilitating discussions on consent, pleasure, and body positivity. The findings of this paper underscore the importance of recognizing sex toys as tools of empowerment and liberation, contributing to the broader movement towards sexual liberation, gender equality, and the acceptance of diverse sexual expressions. By breaking down stigmatization and facilitating open discussions about women’s bodies and sexuality, sex toys serve as catalysts for positive social change and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable society.
Keywords
sex toys, female body, gender equality, sexual liberation, body positivity
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Cite this article
Xue,Q. (2023). The Subjective Construction of the Female Body: How Sex Toys Break down Stigmas on Women's Bodies and Sexuality. Communications in Humanities Research,13,256-263.
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