LibGuides: Human Sexuality: Background Information

Background Information

The SAGE Encylopedia of LGBTQ Studies states that human sexuality is "composed of three distinct domains: attraction, behavior, and sexual identity." Human sexuality research studies how these three domains intersect, their biological, social and psychological relationships, and the cross-sections between sexuality and other disciplines. Use the following resources to learn more about human sexuality.

The International Encyclopedia of Human Sexuality
A comprehensive A-Z reference encyclopedia that defines human sexuality from a broad perspective.

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Provides topic overview, background, current issues, and bibliographies for further research.

Historical Dictionary of the Lesbian and Gay Liberation Movements
A dictionary of terms, topics, and ideas that are relevant to Lesbian and Gay liberation throughout history. Includes an in depth chronology dating from 630 B.C.E to 2013.
The Sage Encyclopedia of LGBTQ Studies
Contains information on LGBTQ issues and identity while emphasizing queer, feminist and ecological perspectives.
Gender Issues and Sexuality Essential Primary Sources
Primary source documents related to sexuality and organized by subject.