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Men's Perceptions of Female Genitals
E Sandra Byers1, Miranda C Fudge1
1Department of Psychology, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB, Canada.
Summary
Men generally hold moderately positive views of female genitals, but attitudes vary widely. These perceptions can impact men
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sexual Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Limited research exists on men's attitudes toward female genitals.
- Understanding these attitudes is crucial as they may influence men's sexual experiences and partners' genital self-image.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine men's global and specific views of women's genitals.
- To assess how men's attitudes correlate with their sexual experiences and feedback provided to partners.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was administered to 212 heterosexual men with sexual experience with women.
- Participants completed scales on their views of female genitals, perceived female genital satisfaction, sexual history, and genital feedback given to partners.
Main Results:
- Men's attitudes toward female genitals were moderately positive on average, with significant individual variability.
- Men underestimated women's satisfaction with their own genitals, particularly regarding appearance.
- More positive male attitudes correlated with more sexual partners and more frequent positive genital feedback to partners.
Conclusions:
- Men's attitudes toward female genitals are diverse, ranging from negative to very positive.
- These attitudes may influence both men's sexual well-being and their female partners' genital self-perception.
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