Eminent researcher Ira L. Reiss shares his extensive experiences from fifty years of studying human sexuality in a personal and informal manner. He addresses ongoing challenges in the field and offers innovative insights and solutions relevant to contemporary sexual issues. His work is significant for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of human sexuality and the problems that persist in society today.
Addressing the pressing issues of rape, teen pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases, the author emphasizes the need for honesty, equality, and responsibility in tackling America's sexual crises. He critiques the influence of Victorian attitudes and religious intolerance on contemporary sexual problems, advocating for open dialogue and cooperative action as essential steps toward solutions. By embracing a pluralistic approach that includes safe-sex education and sex therapy, the book urges a shift from outdated beliefs to effectively manage and resolve these challenges.