Deseo sexual en jóvenes de la Ciudad de México: amor vs. placer

The aim of this study was to explore the way young people identify and interpret sexual desire in relation to pleasure and love. Consideration is given to Construccionism and the gender perspective as theoretical-epistemological references and for the analysis of information. The sample consisted of 4 men and 6 women from 18 to 22 years of age, studying at high school and university in Mexico City. According to the theoretical review on sexual desire was approached as a subjective experience, we worked through semi-structured interviews as life stories. Through this qualitative tool we obtained data about how young people experience and interpret the experience of sexual desire from the recognition of their bodily sensations and masturbation as an option. The results obtained show different perceptions between men and women in relation to the experience of sexual desire and its relationship with love, as well as the relationship they have with their own body.