The Double Standard Project: The Emotional Effects of Sexual Actions and the Idea of Sexual Cognition
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
7–8 p.m.
Additional Dates (2)Location: Highlander Union Building 367
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Category: Campus Activity
Description: Presented by Evangeline Elder, 4th year, Public Policy major
Men and women frequently encounter discrimination in how they are supposed to behave sexually subsequently creating offensive language as common. The Double Standard Project will provide a means for men and women to better comprehend the emotional effects of sex and understand the dehumanization of the sexual woman.
Themes include the idea of sexual cognition, numbness to emotions felt after sex, timing of sexual action, influence of age, differences between men and women, and the development of expectations after sexual actions have occurred between partners.
Open to: General Public
Admission: Free
Sponsor: Women's Resource Center
Contact Information:
Romanie Arterberry
23337
romanie.arterberry@ucr.edu