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PLoS One March 2016 PMID 26106894

Disgust versus Lust: Exploring the Interactions of Disgust and Fear with Sexual Arousal in Women.

Diana S Fleischman, Lisa Dawn Hamilton, Daniel M T Fessler, Cindy M Meston

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The discussions emphasize the interaction between disgust and sexual arousal, with examples like 'women are harder to turn on if exposed to disgust' and advice on hygiene, reflecting practical concerns. The tone varies from casual remarks to serious observations, and the choice of words like 'disgust' and 'arousal' highlights the direct connection the study makes between emotional responses and sexual behavior, underscoring its relevance and potential influence on social perceptions.

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The topic clearly captures attention, as many posts discuss the subject of disgust in relation to sexual arousal, indicating high curiosity.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study examines how disgust and fear influence women's sexual arousal, revealing that exposure to disgust-inducing stimuli prior to sexual activity reduces arousal and is negatively linked to genital response.
  • Women with higher trait disgust reported increased disgust after sexual arousal, especially when exposed to disgust stimuli before erotic content; sexual arousal then decreased disgust feelings.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that feelings of disgust, especially when experienced before sexual activity, act as a deterrent to mating, highlighting the conflict between reproductive desires and disease avoidance mechanisms.
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Girls Chase
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Study: women exposed to disgusting stimuli are a lot harder to turn on. Clean your place before you bring girls home. Especially your bed & bathroom. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0118151

Feb 5, 2023 · 2 likes · 27,563 followers View post →
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Feb 16, 2021 · 26 shares · 3,111 followers View post →
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Mar 5, 2021 · 26 shares · 2,146 followers View post →
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RT @rei10830349: @rei10830349 調べれば負の性欲っぽい研究、普通にゴロゴロ見つかるな 性的嫌悪感の男女比較、女性の方が強い？ https://t.co/y0lVwhBQ45 女性の性的嫌悪感と恐怖は相互作用してる？ https://t.co/ox…

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Girls Chase
@GirlsChase · X

Study: women exposed to disgusting stimuli are a lot harder to turn on. Clean your place before you bring girls home. Especially your bed & bathroom. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0118151

Feb 5, 2023 · 2 likes · 27,563 followers View post →
Sami B.
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@RightsRobins @gorskon Well, yes, sex is disgusting. We do it anyway because our arousal overpowers the disgust. https://t.co/A27ORea7Zk https://t.co/DCoJIjTJUX https://t.co/vrikVx0BOr https://t.co/tJ2LOoxvvj

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RT @rei10830349: @rei10830349 調べれば負の性欲っぽい研究、普通にゴロゴロ見つかるな 性的嫌悪感の男女比較、女性の方が強い？ https://t.co/y0lVwhBQ45 女性の性的嫌悪感と恐怖は相互作用してる？ https://t.co/ox…

Mar 5, 2021 · 26 shares · 2,146 followers View post →
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