The Changing Dynamics of Bisexual Men's Lives: Social Research Perspectives [Paperback]

This important book provides unique new knowledge on thelived experience of openly bisexual men without medicalizing or pathologizingthem. Presenting research from sexology, sociology, and psychology, it featuresextensive findings on the sexual, social, romantic, and emotional behaviors ofthe 90 men interviewed in the U.S. and U.K. Issues and challenges are examinedin such areas as identity and self-concept, along with the burden of socialerasure and the paradox of stigma from both the gay and straight communities.However, the research reveals evidence of a recent cultural transition towardacceptance of bisexual identity and behavior, with younger bisexual menexperiencing better social lives and increased recognition of the legitimacy ofbisexuality. 

Among the topics covered: 

Examiningthe components of sexuality.

Measuringand surveying bisexuality.

Bisexualburden

Demonstratinga generational cohort effect

Expansionof gendered boundaries.

Erosionof the one-time rule of homosexuality.

Comingout in the 21^st century.

Bringing clarity and focus beyond the gender binaryandcompelling insights into why society and science have trouble shedding thatparadigmThe Changing Dynamics ofBisexual Mens Lives will interest sexuality scholars, sexologists, andsocial scientists studying the social aspects of sexuality. 

Introduction.- Bisexuality: It's Complicated.- Measuring and Surveying Bisexuality.- Bisexuality as a Unique Social Problem.- The Gendering of Sexuality.- Taking Bisexual Research to the Streets.- How Bisexual are our Bisexuals?.- Challenging Identities, Changing Identifications.- Coming Out with 20th Century Baggage.- Coming out in the 21st Century.- Bisexual Relationships.- Concl£1