Chapter
Overcoming Sexual Trauma
41:07 - 46:19 (05:11)
The female body can experience an orgasm during sexual assault, which is not a sign of enjoyment but a natural response that can lead to trauma. With therapy, individuals can have a healthy sex life with little to no flashbacks or issues and use it to build intimacy with their partner in the future.
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The act of rape is about power and control, and the perpetrator does not see their victim as a person, but rather as an object to be used to fulfill their desire for dominance.
41:07 - 42:10 (01:03)
Summary
The act of rape is about power and control, and the perpetrator does not see their victim as a person, but rather as an object to be used to fulfill their desire for dominance. As a result, the victim should not take the experience personally as it was not about them.
ChapterOvercoming Sexual Trauma
Episode#310 - Adam Lane Smith - 15 Harsh Psychology Truths
PodcastModern Wisdom
In some cases of sexual assault, the female body may experience an involuntary orgasm that serves the purpose of allowing the cervix to dip down into the vagina and pull the semen into the uterus for potential reproduction.
42:10 - 45:00 (02:49)
Summary
In some cases of sexual assault, the female body may experience an involuntary orgasm that serves the purpose of allowing the cervix to dip down into the vagina and pull the semen into the uterus for potential reproduction.
ChapterOvercoming Sexual Trauma
Episode#310 - Adam Lane Smith - 15 Harsh Psychology Truths
PodcastModern Wisdom
The body's response to sexual trauma can be confusing for victims, but accepting it can lead to healing and a better sex life.
45:00 - 46:19 (01:19)
Summary
The body's response to sexual trauma can be confusing for victims, but accepting it can lead to healing and a better sex life. Understanding the body's response can also help destigmatize consensual rough sex.