Desexualisation in Later Life : The Limits of Sex and Intimacy

Name: Desexualisation in Later Life : The Limits of Sex and Intimacy
Brand: Bristol University Press

Bristol University Press

Explore the complex realities of sexuality in later life and challenge ageist stereotypes with "Desexualisation in Later Life: The Limits of Sex and Intimacy". This interdisciplinary volume, written by Paul Simpson, investigates the experiential and theoretical landscapes of older people’s sexual intimacies, practices, and pleasures. It examines the impact of desexualisation across diverse identities, orientations, relationships, and practices, distinguishing real challenges from imposed prejudices. Reflecting international scholarship, this educational paperback is essential for understanding the desexualisation of aging. Key Features: * Interdisciplinary exploration of sex and intimacy in later life. * Challenges ageist stereotypes surrounding older adults. * Examines desexualisation across various identities and orientations. * Highlights international scholarship on the topic. Product Summary: Educational paperback by Paul Simpson, published by Bristol University Press in 2021, exploring desexualisation in later life and the limits of sex and intimacy for individuals aged 50+.