Summary
A report from the Survey Center on American Life shows that Gen Z women are more open to casual sex compared to Gen Z men. Around 51% of young women consider casual sex morally wrong, while 57% of young men share the same view. The survey involved 5,451 adults and was conducted in late July 2025.
Key Facts
- Gen Z women are more likely than Gen Z men to find casual sex acceptable.
- 51% of young women think casual sex is morally wrong.
- 57% of young men believe casual sex is morally wrong.
- Young women are less likely to view open relationships negatively compared to young men.
- The survey sample included 5,451 adults.
- The survey data was collected between July 25 and August 1, 2025.
- The margin of error for the survey is approximately 1.59 percentage points.
- The report indicates that there is a cultural shift in views about casual sex and relationships among younger adults.
