: A significant majority of American seniors remain sexually active; for instance, a poll indicated that roughly 40% of adults aged 65–80 are sexually active. time.com (May 2018)

: American adults are generally more accepting of premarital and same-sex activity than in previous generations, though acceptance of extramarital sex remains low. journalistsresource.org (May 2015)

Adult sexual expression in the United States is protected by law, provided it is consensual and involves adults.

Public perception of sexual behavior has become increasingly permissive over several decades. journalistsresource.org (May 2015)

Sexuality has been a core theme in American literature as a means of exploring identity and agency. uncpress.org (May 2009)

: Men in older age groups (57–85) often report higher levels of sexual "proceptivity" (initiation), while women may report higher "receptivity." pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (May 2025)