Sexual innuendo is used in many forms. It can be venomous or non-venomous. It can be intended to be funny, to make the audience laugh, or to reveal secret information. It can also be offensive. In this article, we’ll discuss common forms of innuendo and the cognitive correlates of innuendo processing.
Non-venomous innuendo
Sexual innuendo may be either venomous or non-venomous depending on its intended purpose. Venomous innuendo generally involves a public accusation of impropriety. It is often found in political discourse. It is defined as “intentional negative attribution.” In most cases, the accusation is made against a non-present party.
Common forms of innuendo
Innuendo is a common way of saying something about another person. It can take the form of a witty joke, a description of a person’s appearance, or even a general comment about another person. It is considered an acceptable form of communication, because it is not a direct attack. But, when the words are used in a sexually suggestive way, they can be considered harassment or sexual innuendo.
Cognitive correlates of processing sexual innuendo
The cognitive correlates of processing sexual innuenda are a relatively new area of study. They show that the hypothalamus and ventral striatum are independently involved in processing sexual innuendos. In addition, the peri-genual anterior cingulate cortex appears to play a role in modulating sexual arousal. Other brain regions may be involved in other types of processing.