The impact of Alfred Kinsey's sex research : [an honors thesis (HONRS 499)]

Abstract

Alfred Kinsey was a man whose work and personal opinions created seemingly endless controversy. The goal of his ground-breaking work was a modest one – provide accurate information about sexual matters to his students, and later the American people. Throughout his career, Kinsey was a firm believer in the concept that all sexual behaviors were natural. He did not classify any behaviors as normal' or abnormal'. Those beliefs allowed the influence of his research to reach numerous areas of American society including: the gay community, the feminist movement, the scientific community, and the media. The legacy of Kinsey's sex research is one that will live on for many years to come.