statement   Sexual behavior and norms in Middle Eastern countries are taboo and carry severe consequences for offenses.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 abstinence Middle East Abstinence is often culturally and socially expected before marriage, and is seen as a demonstration of virtue, purity, and commitment to traditional values. 1
2 abstinence Middle Eastern countries Abstinence from certain foods or activities during religious festivals or periods is common. 1
3 abstinence Middle Eastern cultures Abstinence from alcohol is a religious and cultural norm in many Middle Eastern countries, where the consumption of alcohol is prohibited by Islamic law. 1
4 attitude towards premarital sex Middle East Often heavily stigmatized and frowned upon 1
5 celibacy Middle East Celibacy is not a common or valorized practice and marriage is generally encouraged within Islamic tradition. 1
6 have sex Middle East Expected to be a private act between married partners, and openly discussing or engaging in premarital or extramarital sex is generally taboo. 1
7 having sex Middle East Considered taboo and not openly discussed, often restricted to marriage 1
8 pre marital sexual behavior Middle Eastern countries Typically frowned upon and can be considered taboo or even legally forbidden in some Middle Eastern countries. 1
9 pre marital sexual behavior middle eastern countries Pre marital sexual behavior is strongly discouraged and considered taboo. 1
10 sex Middle East Considered a private and sensitive topic, not openly discussed, and often subject to strict social and religious regulations. 1
11 sex Middle Eastern countries Sex is a taboo topic and discussions about it are generally considered inappropriate, especially in formal settings. 1
12 sex Middle Eastern culture Sexual topics are typically considered private and not openly discussed, and there are strict cultural and religious norms regarding sexual behavior. 1
13 sex education Middle East Considered taboo and often not included in formal education, discussed within the family or community 1
14 sexual activity Middle East Sexual activity is a private matter and not openly discussed or displayed in public. 1
15 sexual activity Middle East Sexual activity is a sensitive and private topic, and discussing it openly is generally considered taboo and inappropriate. 1
16 sexual education Middle East Considered a taboo subject and is often not included in school curriculums 1
17 sexual health Middle Eastern countries Discussions about sexual health are often considered taboo, and access to sexual health services may be limited or restricted. 1
18 sexual intercourse Middle East Strictly prohibited outside of marriage and not openly discussed, with modesty and chastity highly valued. 1
19 sexual intercourse Middle Eastern countries Considered taboo to openly discuss or display, and is expected to be kept private and modest. 1
20 sexual offense Middle East Sexual offenses are highly taboo and can result in severe legal, social, and family consequences, often emphasizing shame and honor. 1
21 sexual offense Middle East Often associated with shame and may bring dishonor to the victim and their family 1
22 sexual offense Middle Eastern countries Sexual offenses are deeply taboo and can lead to severe punishment, including legal penalties, public shaming, and social exclusion. 1
23 unprotected sex Middle Eastern countries Strongly discouraged due to cultural and religious norms, and may have severe social and legal consequences. 1