Care of the Sexual Self
Áskesis as a Route to Sex Education
Care of the Sexual Self
Áskesis as a Route to Sex Education
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In response to the limitations of traditional US sex education models, this book presents a groundbreaking approach rooted in ancient practices of self-cultivation.
Shaun Miller critiques existing frameworks-paternalistic, liberal-consequentialist, and liberal-deontological-arguing that they focus narrowly on behavior, outcomes, and consent while neglecting the deeper development of sexual identity and character.
The áskesis model, in contrast, offers a transformative method that emphasizes self-discipline, emotional awareness, and critical engagement with societal norms. By applying áskesis to modern sex education, the book proposes a curriculum that encourages students to explore their authentic sexual selves and question heteronormative assumptions. The áskesis model moves beyond risk avoidance and simply giving or receiving consent: it empowers individuals to embrace diverse sexual and gender identities while fostering moral and emotional growth.
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Table of Contents
List of Figures
Introduction
1. The Scope and Character of Paternalistic Sex Education
2. Theoretical Paternalistic Sex Education
3. The Liberal-Consequentialist Model
4. The Liberal-Deontological Model
5. The Áskesis Model
6. Applying Áskesis Model to Sex Education
Conclusion
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| Published | 19 Feb 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 336 |
| ISBN | 9781978767997 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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