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330. TNE TALKS: Recovering from Purity Culture with Camden Morgante

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The Impact of Purity Culture

This chapter explores the nuanced effects of purity culture on men and women, with a particular focus on the negative outcomes faced by women. It examines myths about sexuality instilled by religious contexts, addressing the shame surrounding sexual desire and the unrealistic expectations placed on women in intimate relationships. The discussion emphasizes the need for better sexual education and healthier relationships with one's body and intimacy to combat the damaging legacies of purity culture.

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