Losing It: The Virginity Myth [Paperback]

Louis M. Crosier (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0962767123 | ISBN-13: 978-0962767128 | Publication Date: February 1994

From the Preface: Losing It will encourage people to closely examine their own sexuality, the origin and evolution of their sexual values and the impact of those values on their attitudes and behavior. Presently, the goal-oriented approach to sex so often associated with a male mentality obscures healthy sexual interaction and leaves people feeling victimized or dissatisfied. This book will succeed if it helps people approach sexuality in a healthier, more responsible and pleasurable way. Losing It suggests that relationships are most likely to be fulfilling when based on a foundation of communication between partners and an understanding of personal needs. This approach permits transcendence of gender stereotypes, peer pressure and fears which can prevent relationships from becoming mutually satisfying. Ultimately, I hope the book will redefine virginity, open up classroom and family discussions and encourage partners to talk about the risks and opportunities associated with sex. In particular, more open discussion about sexuality will heighten awareness of AIDS, unwanted pregnancy and sexual abuse. More and more of America's high school and college students from every background are infecting each other with HIV, the virus which has proven to be non-discriminatory and fare more prevalent than attitudes toward sexual behavior would suggest. Teen pregnancy continues at an alarming rate. Date rape and other forms of sexual abuse are only beginning to get the attention they deserve. When people become more comfortable talking about sexuality, more informed reflection will hopefully replace impulsive behavior and lead to more responsible and emotionally satisfying experiences. - Louis M. Crosier

Product Details

• Paperback: 195 pages
• Publisher: Avocus Publishing (February 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0962767123
• ISBN-13: 978-0962767128
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,220,614 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars losing nothing..gaining an experience, May 23, 2000

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Ame Hunter - See all my reviews

This review is from: Losing It: The Virginity Myth (Hardcover)

Extremely interesting book and I would suggest those whom feel less than positive about losing their virginity read it,because the perception of this experience is nothing like I've ever seen

Once someone has lost virginity you have to see it as having an experience and not try to go back in time with regret

3 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars an important and essential read, January 18, 2001

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Steven Kane (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Losing It: The Virginity Myth (Paperback)

As in all of his excellent compilations, Crosier has here taken a thoughtful and evenhanded approach to issues which in other hands could be easily reduced to sensationalism or trash. A truly excellent resource, maybe even profound.