Heterosexuality
heterosexualHeterosexuality refers to a sexual orientation that is primarily or entirely directed toward romantic, emotional, and sexual attraction to the opposite sex, and is the most common sexual orientation in humans. Approximately 90–951 million people worldwide identify as heterosexual, and it remains the dominant orientation in most societies.
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Basic Definitions and Classifications
- Core Definition:rightopposite sexproduceromantic／Sexual attractionThey have little or no attraction to the same sex.
- spectral position:Kinsey Scale（Kinsey ScaleLevels range from 0 (completely heterosexual) to 6 (completely homosexual), with most heterosexuals at levels 0–1.
- Common subtypes:
- Straight men/straight women: They only have sexual fantasies about the opposite sex.
- Heterosexual + occasional curiosity: Has a slight attraction to the same sex, but still behaves in a heterosexual manner.
- Heterosexual + Romantic Asexual: Only wants to date the opposite sex, not want to have sex (heterosexual asexual).
Historical and cultural context
- In ancient times, heterosexuality was never considered "special," but rather a matter of course. Confucianism, with its saying "Of the three unfilial acts, the greatest is to have no offspring," reinforced the idea of heterosexual marriage.
- Modern timesBefore 1949, heterosexuality was the dominant sex in both urban and rural areas of China; from 1949 to 1978, sexual topics were forbidden in mainland China; after the 1980s, sexual openness increased, but heterosexuality remained the mainstream.
- contemporaryAfter same-sex marriage was legalized in Taiwan in 2019, heterosexuals still make up the vast majority, but the percentage of young people (Generation Z) who identify as purely heterosexual has dropped to 85%.
The real ecology of heterosexuality
Age distribution
- Among those born after 2000: approximately 821% are purely heterosexual, while 101% of those born after 2000 identify as "primarily heterosexual but not rejecting same-sex relationships".
- Post-90s: Purely heterosexual, approximately 92%.
- Before 1980: Purely heterosexual 98% or above.
Regional differences
- Taiwan: The most open-minded, with a heterosexual acceptance rate of LGBT reaching 78%.
- Hong Kong: Middle-class heterosexuals are prevalent, but conservative families still strongly demand "carrying on the family line".
- Mainland China: Heterosexuality is more tolerant in first-tier cities, but still viewed negatively in third- and fourth-tier cities.homosexualityfor"sick。
- In Europe and America: Heterosexuals have a high acceptance of diverse sexual orientations (80% to 30% of heterosexuals).
- Asia/Latin America: Heterosexuality remains the absolute mainstream, but urban youth are more tolerant.
- Global trend: Heterosexuality is more open in first-tier cities, while it is more conservative in rural areas.
mainstream dating platforms
- Heterosexual users primarily use: Tantan, Soul, Jiayuan.com, Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, OkCupid, and Tantan.
heterosexual sex culture
| Ranking | name | Participation rate | Essential props | One sentence is the key point |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Missionary Position | 95% | none | The most classic, the most intimate |
| 2 | woman on top, man on bottom | 88% | none | It's most satisfying when girls take the initiative. |
| 3 | Doggy style | 82% | Lubricating fluid | The deepest, the most primitive |
| 4 | 69 Interchange Port | 75% | none | The fairest and most exciting |
| 5 | Bathroom play | 68% | Shower Gel | Water flow + standing is the most convenient |
| 6 | Role play(uniform) | 55% | School uniform/nurse uniform | The strongest visual stimulation |
| 7 | Bondage/Light SM | 42% | Silk scarf/handcuffs | The most satisfying thing is the power reversal. |
| 8 | Outdoor/Car Sex | 35% | Car/Outdoor | Extremely exciting |
Three types in reality
- Traditional heterosexual(60%): Dating in college → getting married after graduation → having children, with sexual activity mainly involving missionaries.
- Open heterosexuality(30%): Accepts one-night stands, casual sex, and multiple partners, but ultimately wants a stable heterosexual marriage.
- Heterosexuality + Exploration(10%): Primarily heterosexual, but has tried 3P or had sex with the same sex, which is considered "a change of pace".
Common Questions and Myths
- Will heterosexuality change?Very few individuals have stable sexual orientations, but their sexual behavior is open to exploration.
- Why are there so many heterosexuals?Evolutionary theory suggests that this is conducive to reproduction; social norms are strengthened.
- "Do heterosexuals feel pressured?"Yes! Especially for men, "must be hard" and "must last," and for women, "must have an orgasm to save face."
The current state of heterosexuality
"Heterosexuality is still the absolute mainstream, but the younger generation no longer takes 'liking only the opposite sex' for granted. Instead, they think, 'I like the opposite sex now, but not necessarily in the future.' Heterosexuality has become more free and more realistic."
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