Contemporary Studies of Sexuality and Communication

Our quality of life is inextricably linked to the quality of our communication and the quality of our personal relationships. The quality of sexual relationships has a significant bearing on our wellness, too.

Contemporary Studies of Sexuality and Communication: Theoretical and Applied Perspectives is a peer-reviewed volume that showcases scholarship about sexuality and communication. It includes readings on the current understandings in the field in an accessible format.

In Contemporary Studies of Sexuality and Communication, authors Jimming Manning and Carey Noland invite readers to talk and think about sex in meaningful ways. Moreover, the publication provides readers with the tools to transform understandings about sex and sexuality into practice, thus improving their relationships, their communities, their organizations, and their lives.

Written in a conversation, exploratory tone, Contemporary Studies of Sexuality and Communication:

• features articles from top scholars across many disciplines that compile research about the most salient topics and aspects regarding communication about sex.
• provides a diverse audience education to enhance their understanding of sexuality and communication.
• highlights the positive aspects of sexual culture and introduces research about improving sexual satisfaction.
• describes the impact of #MeToo, the COVID-19 pandemic, the roll-back of Title IX, and the internet (e.g., explosion of dating apps, pornography, online sex work) have influenced conversations about sex.