Sex Advice With An Edge
— Research shows that regular sexual activity comes with some unexpected health benefits By Michelle Crouch A quick romp in the hay doesn’t just feel good. It turns out that sex has advantages that go way beyond simple pleasure. In fact, sexual activity with or without a partner is linked to some impressive, research-backed health …
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BDSM is far from the tool of self-destruction that it’s often depicted as in the media. By Megan Wallace When we’re asked what looking after our mental health looks like, most of us recite the same answer by rote. Talking therapy, medication for those who need it, and then that nebulous concept of “self care,” …
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By loren_lankford Are you curious about an open relationship, but not sure where to start? Maybe you’ve talked about it with your partner but don’t know how to have an open relationship and move forward. Remember: all relationships are unique — one size does not fit all. Use these tips as a guide, but do what …
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— We explore the latest libido-boosting trend Here’s whether you should get funghi (sorry) in the bedroom… By Lauren Clark Mushrooms and sex don’t seem like obvious bedfellows – but the pair are the latest libido-boosting trend to make some noise. Last month, sexual wellness company Runi launched a sex serum, the ‘Play Primer’, which …
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By Ellen Scott Okay, so you’re pondering having sex with someone of the same gender for the first time. Feeling nervous? Don’t panic – that’s totally normal. ‘Same-sex sex can feel daunting even if you’ve had plenty of “straight” sex before,’ sex and relationships expert Annabelle Knight tells Metro.co.uk. ‘The reason it feels so different …
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By Ashley Laderer and Shannon Ullman You can increase your sex drive with diet, exercise, sleep, relaxation, herbs, and more. Everyone’s sex drive is different, and there is no “normal” or “abnormal” desire for sex. Low libido can be caused by health conditions, medication, mental health issues, and more. Media and societal norms lead people …
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— Including dozens of real-life examples to help you spot them By Ashley Laderer One sign of self-sabotaging is obsessing over your partner’s location when they’re not around. Conversely, you may be distant with your partner and not put any effort into the relationship. It may also be a sign of self-sabotage if you …
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By Zoe Bussewitz “I hope you leave feeling different than when you came in!” a cheery museum attendant calls to a group of people as they exit a small theater labeled “Tunnel of Love,” having just finished experiencing a “four-dimensional, abstract, artistic rendition of an orgy.” Equal parts education, art and entertainment, the Museum of Sex …
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A therapist explains how to know if ethical nonmonogamy is right for you. By Marie Southard Ospina Many of us grow up alongside narratives of a “happily ever after” one-soulmate-kind-of love, but this cultural ideal is far from a universal reality—or even a universal desire. Just like someone might have several friends who meet various …
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— Here’s what my sex life is really like By Kimberley Bond When it comes to sex in the 21st century, many of us have left the shame and stigma behind (thank goodness) to enjoy a healthy, safe sex life without judgement. In fact, research has shown that a growing number of us are enjoying …
So, why are people still being diagnosed? Sex addiction is not a condition that is recognised by any scientific or medical community. By Beth Ashley Fresh out of a difficult breakup and confused about his unrelenting desire to have more than one partner, 30-year-old podcaster Jamie, who’s asked to use his first name only, quickly …
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Quality sex education will be more important than ever. But it too faces challenges. By Keren Landman On Friday, the US Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade, the legal decision that has for decades granted Americans the right to an abortion. For young people, the prospect of dramatically reduced access to abortion creates enormous …
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— Whether You’re Just Looking or In Deep To find sexual community online is to embrace the true spirit of the internet! Here are the best options. By Jenny Singer In the beginning there was nothing. The internet was without form and void, and darkness was upon the screen. Then the spirit of sex, porn, …
We investigate whether expensive sex toys are *really* worth it. The sexual wellness industry is worth billions. But can you put a price (or a guarantee) on an orgasm? Sex and relationships writer, Paisley Gilmour, reports from the frontline of Pleasure Inc. By Paisley Gilmour As a sex and relationships journalist, I often think I’ve …
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By Ashley Broadwater There are all kinds of relationships a person can have: friendly, romantic, professional, familial, etc. But sometimes, two or more “types” of relationships blend. For example, have you ever felt super close to someone to a degree that seems stronger than friendship but not quite romantic? If so, you may have experienced …
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