[Sexuality and reproduction: uses and values related to the desire for children among middle-class couples in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil].

This study analyzes aspects comprising the modern conjugal dynamics of heterosexual couples as part of the results of an ethnographic study of 'infertile couples' in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (2004-2005). The target group can be defined culturally by its immersion in the configuration of individualist values. We analyze certain aspects reported by the couples based on their investments in medical resources for conception.

[Psychoanalysis and sexology in Rio de Janeiro between the two world wars: between science and self improvement].

The beginning of psychoanalysis and sexology in Brazil takes place in the 1920's. It develops along the 30's and 40's. During this period, there is also a remarkable increase in the number of papers by other kind of specialists in sex, as well as translations and publications of European and North American authors that are considered today as the founders of such areas of studies.