Sex Therapy 101 with Cami Hurst Sex for Saints: Consenting to Unwanted Sex
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Apr 12, 2023 Cami Hurst, a licensed marriage and family therapist and an expert in sex therapy, dives deep into her groundbreaking research on consenting to unwanted sex. She uncovers startling statistics, revealing that over half of women studied experienced PTSD-like symptoms linked to these experiences. Cami discusses the emotional toll, including feelings of guilt and shame, and how coercion impacts female sexuality. The conversation also highlights strategies for rebuilding consent and trust in relationships, aiming to foster healthier connections and prevent future trauma.
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Consent Isn't Always Protective
- Consent alone doesn't prevent harm; consenting to unwanted sex can still cause trauma without physical coercion.
- Verbal coercion like repeated asking or touching after a no is common and still damaging.
High Emotional Toll On Women
- 70% of participants reported negative emotions during or after consenting to unwanted sex.
- Common feelings included upset, guilt, shame, nervousness, and hostility.
Psychological Symptoms Mirror Trauma
- 53% scored moderate-to-severe on PTSD symptom measures tied to consenting to unwanted sex.
- Outcomes included sexual anxiety, avoidance, and eventual aversion.