Modern Wisdom #550 - Dr James Cantor - The World Of Unusual Sexual Orientations
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Nov 10, 2022 In this intriguing discussion, Dr. James Cantor, a clinical psychologist and renowned sexologist, dives deep into the realm of unusual sexual orientations. He explores the complexity of paraphilias, how asexuality may arise, and the psychological underpinnings of desires like hebephilia. Cantor highlights the challenges of navigating sensitive topics around gender identity, mental health, and societal stigma. His insights aim to foster understanding and empathy for diverse sexual experiences, encouraging open dialogues on complex subjects.
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Paraphilias Defined
- Paraphilias are atypical sexual interest patterns, not just preferences.
- They are deeply ingrained, seemingly innate and unchanging, similar to sexual orientations.
Asexuality's Complexity
- Asexuality has many forms; some are genuine, others use it as a social label.
- Some may use "asexual" to mask other attractions they don't want to reveal.
Older Brother Effect
- Male homosexuality may be linked to a mother's immune response to male fetuses.
- The more older brothers a man has, the more likely he is to be gay (the older brother effect).