Shere Hite
Sexologist and author of 'The Hite Report'
Born
November 2nd, 1942
82 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A sexologist, author, and educator contributed significantly to the understanding of human sexuality. Best known for 'The Hite Report', which presented women's sexual experiences and attitudes, the publication challenged conventional views on female sexuality. Besides 'The Hite Report', further works included 'The Hite Report on Male Sexuality' and 'Women and Love'. The insights offered by these writings sparked widespread discussion and influenced sexual education.
Authored 'The Hite Report' on female sexuality
Published 'The Hite Report on Male Sexuality'
Contributed to sexual education and discourse
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