How do naturists and nurturists explain gendered behavior?

Question

This is for a cultural anthropology class.

Answer 1

Sexual activity in humans is a natural form of physical intimacy. It may be performed for the purposes of biological reproduction, spiritual transcendence, expressing affection, and/or for pleasure and enjoyment (known in this context as "sexual gratification"). The desire to have s*x is one of the basic drives of human behavior. Every sexually reproductive animal species, and every human culture, has a range of conduct used in courtship, intimacy, and sexual activity.

Human sexual behavior is therefore the behaviors that human beings use when seeking sexual or relational partners, gaining approval of possible partners, forming relationships, showing sexual desire, and coitus.

It covers at least two major areas: anthropology (common or accepted practices across different cultures), and informational (background which is useful to individuals who may be engaged in, or considering, sexual activity).

Sexual behavior is a very broad expression. It covers both common and less common behaviours, and includes a wide range of sexual behaviors from marital relationships to sexual abuse. Although in many cases sexual behavior is directed towards or within a relationship, this is not necessarily of the case and much sexual behavior is not.

[edit] Sexuality and sensuality

There is no clear borderline between the sexual and nonsexual enjoyment of touching, or grabbing someone else's body. For example, holding hands may or may not have a sexual connotation, depending on culture, situation and other factors. Although the most common form of heterosexual sexual intercourse is universally regarded as sexual contact, there is a wide range of other sexual behaviors that may or may not be socially, legally, or ethically considered as sexual relations. The distinction between the sexual and the nonsexual becomes relevant in judging appropriate behavior, in either a social setting or in the eyes of the law.

Answer 2

nature guy says its because of genes and hereditary stuff, nurture guys says its because of the environment and stuff influencing on behavior, if ur smart and understand logic then u would say its a bit of both, not one exact but a slice of each one :)

Answer 3

Naturists say we're born according to a certain gender.

Nurturists say we learn to behave according to a certain gender.

And of course, what we consider masculine or feminine in one country doesn't necessarily match what people in other cultures consider masculine or feminine!

Answer 4

they explain them though the habitats they're in?

Answer 5

this is an extremely broad question.... i don't think this small box is capable of properly addressing your inquisition.

Answer 6

Nature vs Nurture

Nature - biological - genetic or hereditary - a Naturist would explain that there are innate traits a person is born with that cause them to behave a certain way.

Nurture - How a person is raised and the experiences they've been through determine their personality.

Both are right - nature and nurture shape an individual's personality.