
Anal sex
Consent freely given by both partners is an essential feature of sexual
activity in a loving relationship. Many individuals, both men and women,
may have secret fantasies involving anal intercourse but feel unable to
discuss them with their partner. Some may try and pressurise their partner
to have anal intercourse, even though the partner does not share their interest.
Some partners will reluctantly acquiesce, others may be pressured or even
physically forced to allow it. Forcing or pressurising a partner to submit
to an activity that they find distasteful or degrading is completely unacceptable
behaviour. Intoxication with drugs or alcohol is associated with lowering
inhibitions and experimentation with unusual or unsafe sexual behaviour
and can lead to serious consequences. It should be remembered that in the
absence of freely given consent, the very serious criminal offences of assault
and rape are committed. Therefore, it is essential that both partners agree
that they wish to try it as a part of their sexual repertoire and that they
are sure of the legal position on anal intercourse in the country of their
residence.
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