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Orgasms Are Great, But Masturbation Also Comes With These 5 Health Benefits

By Devon Barrow Masturbation used to be a hush-hush topic saved for private conversations. But these days, as we’re rinsing shame out of sexuality, the holistic importance of sexual pleasure has come into full view. Backed by tons of positive science and research, we’re finally starting to see masturbation for what it really is: a …

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11 Signs You May Be Bisexual & Common Myths About Bisexuality

By Stephanie Barnes The word “bisexual,” for many, still exclusively brings to mind a person attracted to both men and women. That was the dictionary definition for decades, but as public discourse has evolved to finally acknowledge the vast number of gender identities that exist, that definition no longer feels specific or broad enough to …

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Queerplatonic Relationships Are Like Supercharged Friendships That Aren’t Necessarily Romantic

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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Biological Science Rejects the Sex Binary, and That’s Good for Humanity

Evidence from various sciences reveals that there are diverse ways of being male, female, or both. An anthropologist argues that embracing these truths will help humans flourish. By Agustín Fuentes At the recent U.S. Supreme Court confirmation hearings for Ketanji Brown Jackson, Sen. Marsha Blackburn triggered controversy when she asked Jackson to define the word …

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New Research Offers Solutions To Age-Old Relationship Problems

By Mark Travers Most people will tell you about certain challenges that arise sooner or later in long-term relationships. In most cases, it is enough knowing that you are not alone and that rough patches are a completely normal part of intimate relationships. However, there are certain times when an issue prompts you to question …

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Gender Transitioning in the Workplace

— An Employer’s Guide As workplace protections expand for the LGBTQ+ community, transgender and non-binary employees may feel more comfortable being their authentic self at work. As a result, you should be prepared to work with transitioning employees. Consider developing a plan with your human resources department to educate the workforce and foster an inclusive …

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Animal sexuality may not be as binary as we’re led to believe, according to new book

NPR’s Sacha Pfeiffer talks with Eliot Schrefer, author of Queer Ducks (And Other Animals): The Natural World of Animal Sexuality. It’s about how “natural sex” may not be as binary as some think. SACHA PFEIFFER, HOST: At its worst, a nonfiction science book about animal sexuality could read like a dry biology textbook. But that’s …

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Laws of Attraction

— Omnisexual vs. Pansexual Both forms of sexual identity involve being attracted to people of all genders, but they differ when it comes to having individual preference. by Nicky Cade When figuring out something as complex as sexuality, it might seem like there are more labels than there are in your local supermarket. You may …

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7 fascinating facts about female masturbation that everyone should know

There are certain taboo topics that aren’t openly talked about, and masturbation — particularly, female masturbation — has certainly been one of them. But experts say that’s starting to change. “There was a time when it wasn’t open for women to talk about it,” Dr. Leah Millheiser, director of the female sexual medicine program at …

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How does autism affect sexuality and sexual relationships?

Autistic people may experience certain challenges when it comes to sex and relationships. However, an autistic person can have a fulfilling sex life. by Anna Smith Autism can affect how a person communicates, learns, behaves, and socially interacts with others. It does not require a cure. Being autistic can simply mean a person’s brain works …

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