Euphorias in Gender, Sex and Sexuality Variations: Positive Experiences

This book explores the positive experiences of marginal gender, sex, and sexuality groups in repressive and disordering contexts through the concept of 'euphoria.' It offers a new ecological framework for understanding participants' influences on and barriers to euphorias and asserts the subversive possibilities of being euphorically queer. The author argues that the particularities of negative internal, socio-cultural, and institutional contexts for these groups contribute to their potential euphoric feelings and experiences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 202 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This Open Access book delves into the intriguing concept of 'euphoria' to explore the remarkable experiences of marginalized gender, sex, and sexuality groups in oppressive and disordered contexts. Drawing upon data from extensive online surveys, including a comprehensive study of 2,407 LGBTQ+ individuals and a focused examination of 272 individuals with intersex variations, the author presents a novel ecological framework for understanding the factors that influence participants' experiences of euphoria and the barriers they encounter. Through this lens, the author asserts the subversive potential of being euphorically queer, distinct from euphoric and queer experiences.

The author argues that the unique characteristics of negative internal, socio-cultural, and institutional contexts for marginalized groups or groups play a significant role in shaping their potential for euphoric feelings and experiences. By examining these factors, the book aims to shed light on the complex interplay between dysphoria and repression and their impact on the possibilities of pleasure and joy.

This book holds immense appeal to scholars across Gender, Sexuality, and Queer Studies, offering valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of marginalized communities. It contributes to the ongoing dialogue about the complexities of gender, sexuality, and identity and advocates for a more expansive focus on these topics to fully understand the diverse range of human experiences.

Weight: 416g
Dimension: 218 x 156 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031237553
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023