Homicides rarely occur but when they do, they are nearly always triggered by arguments of men over a woman. Blood feuds may also result from conflicts over women. This is one reason that it is felt that girls of 8 and 9 should be safely married before rivals can stake their claims. If a girl was married before she became sexually active, peace could be assured in the community. Early sexuality and marriage seem to have a beneficial effect on Dobe Ju society.
Rape is extremely uncommon.
Women enjoy sex and easily reach orgasm. Most marriages, after the first one are strictly faithful, although there appear to be a great many extramarital affairs. The above is a review of the 1993 edition with special reference to childhood sexuality.