More than 6,100 sexual encounters per second are recorded worldwide. Sexual customs vary from country to country, reflecting the diversity of our practices. While everyone sets their own standards for achieving sexual fulfillment, there are singular rituals that certain populations adopt. This article takes a global view, presenting statistical data on the world's diverse mentalities and sexual practices.
Sexual practices around the world vary considerably due to cultural, religious, social and historical influences. Here are just a few examples. In Papua New Guinea, the young men of a tribe have a custom of consuming the sperm of their elders in order to gain recognition as men within their community. In Tokyo, Japan, there's a trend for women to wrap their entire bodies around themselves to attract men.
In India, a tradition is based on the idea of "sex without sex". Inspired by Hindu philosophy, the practice of Tantrism combines the sexual act with meditation. Its aim is to prolong pleasure and desire by taking all the time necessary.
Perspectives on sexual practices around the world differ considerably from culture to culture. In Western nations, it is frequently seen as a natural manifestation of affection and intimacy between consenting adults. On the contrary, in more conservative areas such as India, dialogues around sexuality can be limited and delicate, with rigid rules around purity and modesty. Each country has its own beliefs and perceptions in this area.
According to the ILGA (International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association) 2020 report, homosexuality is prohibited in 69 of the 193 countries surveyed. In Europe, North America and Latin America, however, these laws have been repealed. The situation in Africa and Asia is more complex: while some countries, such as Côte d'Ivoire, have never criminalized homosexuality, others have recently decriminalized it. Nevertheless, 32 African and 22 Asian nations still maintain the ban.
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How often do you have intimate relations? Answers are often exaggerated, as many have altered survey results. Nevertheless, research on this subject is progressing, particularly with an interest in cross-country comparisons. So, where should you look for the most credible sources, we can cite the Kinsey Institute as well as the surveys conducted by condom manufacturer Durex (Global Sex Survey).
Age plays an important role in this dimension. On average :
Individuals aged 18 to 29 say they engage in intimate activities 112 times a year.
For the 30 to 39 age group, this frequency is 86 times a year.
For 40- to 49-year-olds, it's 69 times a year.