Books /Gender, Sexuality and Subjectivity: A Psychoanalytical Perspective

9781639877126

Murphy & Moore Publishing

English

2023

$ 171.99

Gender is a central characteristic for social organization, which encompasses attributes related to masculinity, femininity and their differences. The term gendered subjectivity indicates a critical formulation by diverging from the idea of natural sexual identity characteristics that differentiate human beings into male and female. Sexuality refers to the manner in which humans express themselves sexually, and encompasses to the emotions and attraction that people feel towards another person. It also covers the biological, psychological, physical, erotic, social, or spiritual feelings and behaviors. Developments in gendered subjectivity and sexuality are studied within the disciplines of transgender studies and queer theory. The book aims to shed light on psychoanalytical perspectives of gender, subjectivity and sexuality. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts. The extensive content of this book will provide the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.