A Secret World: Sexuality and the Search for CelibacyPsychology Press, 1990 - 324 pages A Secret World is a valuable contribution to the field of Family Therapy. Looks at the history and origins of celibacy, discusses its role in the priesthood, and considers the psychological aspects of celibacy. |
Contents
CELIBACY AND THE SEXUAL REVOLUTION | 17 |
THE MEANINGS OF CELIBACY | 52 |
PATTERNS OF HETEROSEXUALITY | 69 |
THE HOMOSEXUALITIES | 103 |
PRIESTS AND CHILDREN | 159 |
SEXUAL COMPROMISES | 188 |
THE SEX DRIVE | 216 |
WHEN PRIESTS BECOME FATHERS | 222 |
LIVING WITH CELIBACY | 237 |
THE ACHIEVEMENT OF CELIBACY | 263 |
REALITY AND RITUAL | 281 |
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Additional Readings | 309 |
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