The male menopause

— Genuine condition or moneymaking myth? Experts say there is no equivalent of the menopause for men and symptoms such as depression and low sex drive have other explanations By Nicola Davis This week brought reports that “male menopause” policies are in place at several NHS trusts, with some HR managers suggesting staff could receive …

I’m falling in love with my hook-up buddy and have no idea what to do about it

— And have no idea what to do about it By George Tzintis I met a guy on Grindr, and we started hooking up regularly. The intimacy of both our sex and our conversations afterward may be making me fall for him. I also wonder whether I’m just projecting my desire for a relationship onto …

Curiously, Mammals Keep Evolving Same-Sex Sexual Behavior

By Clare Watson Sexual behavior between members of the same sex might have evolved multiple times in mammals, according to a new study, adding to numerous examples found across the tree of life. More than 1,500 species have been known to engage in same-sex sexual behaviors, including bats, beetles, sea stars, snakes, penguins, cows, fish, …

3 Things to Do If You Feel Super Awkward Talking About Sex With Your Partner

— The conversation doesn’t have to be a super serious sit-down chat. By Jenna Ryu For some of us, conversations about sex—what we liked, what we didn’t, what turns us on, what absolutely doesn’t—come naturally. But maybe physical intimacy is a taboo topic in your family or culture. Or perhaps you’re totally comfortable with dirty …

What Is A Female-Led Relationship?

— Here’s What To Know, According To Experts   By Krati Mehra In traditional societal constructs, men have conventionally been assigned roles that place them in dominant, decision-making positions, while women have often been cast in complementary roles characterized by their nurturing and supportive qualities. The old structures may offer the comfort of familiarity, but …