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In the United States, what is considered an attractive female and male body is often unattainable for most, at least through healthy measures

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In the United States, what is considered an attractive female and male body is often unattainable for most, at least through healthy measures. In what ways are these images transmitted and perpetuated in society? Where did you learn which body types are most attractive? What are some of the consequences of these body ideals?

The general trend in gender and sexuality that has been observed is a slow shift from a sexual double standard to a “masculinization” of sex. Do you see evidence of this general shift? Why do college campuses have a high rate of date rape? How has the culture of “hooking up” influenced rape on campuses?