Publication Date
12-1-2006
Degree Program
Department of Sociology
Degree Type
Master of Arts
Abstract
The study consisted of a qualitative analysis of female swingers' perceptions, attitudes, and experiences related to their participation in the Lifestyle. Using feminist standpoint theory and pro-sex feminist theory as the theoretical framework, in-depth interviews were conducted via the Internet using instant messaging with sixteen female swingers. The women were asked questions regarding their attitudes and perceptions about swinging as well as their experiences in the Lifestyle. Findings were compared with previous studies from the 1970s as well as with common feminist thoughts and potential misconceptions about the Lifestyle. The results showed that although demographically the female swingers were similar to past studies, much of the previous research data was outdated and incorrect. Furthermore, the study provides evidence to
Disciplines
Gender and Sexuality | Sociology | Sociology of Culture
Recommended Citation
Popplewell, Mindy, "Women in the Lifestyle: A Qualitative Look at the Perceptions, Attitudes, and Experiences of Women Who Swing" (2006). Masters Theses & Specialist Projects. Paper 257.
https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/theses/257