Sex Advice With An Edge
— For a certain class of extremely online gay man, explicit photos are the go-to gift for friends and followers. By David Mack When David Dulin celebrated his 36th birthday in March, he asked his Twitter followers for just two things: cash donations to his online payment account, and pictures of them in their own …
— Plus an exercise for expanded pleasure The best orgasms come when you learn how to unlock a sexual “flow state.” Emily Nagoski, a sex educator, shares a meditation to help you get started. With Emily Nagoski EMILY NAGOSKI: Unfortunately, virtually all of the orgasms that are available to us in the mainstream media and …
— Being honest about our sexual desires can feel like sharing a secret – here’s some tips on how to broach the conversation By Brit Dawson When telling your partner about a particular kink or fetish you have, here’s some pretty solid advice: “Don’t sit them down to tell them you’ve ordered vampire gloves and …
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—The benefits of sex therapy are multiple and go beyond those related to sexual dysfunctions. Take note of all the information. By Valeria Sabater Currently, a significant part of the population is unaware of all the benefits of sex therapy. There’s still a certain stigma and the classic belief that only those who present some …
— The questions kids ask show the changing reality of sex education By Maani Truu James* was in Year 3 when he walked up to his teacher and asked her what a 69 was. He had heard the number being joked about by other students and wanted to know what on earth they were talking …
— How to have great sex at every stage of life Expert tips on a fun, fulfilling sex life – for teenagers, octogenarians and anyone in between By Rhiannon Batten Age 16-25 Don’t worry if your first time isn’t perfect “It’s not helpful to think of sex as having one big ‘first time’. You’ll probably …
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— The effects of shame-based narratives can have a big impact on our ability to experience pleasure fully. By Gigi Engle Purity culture messaging is everywhere. Even if you didn’t grow up particularly religious or even if you had fully atheist caregivers, it’s likely you’ve been exposed to messages from purity culture in some form. …
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— Why young people are having less sex By Hannah Fry Vivian Rhodes figured she would eventually have sex. She was raised in a Christian household in Washington state and thought sex before marriage would be the ultimate rebellion. But then college came and went — and no sex. Even flirting “felt unnatural,” she said. …
By Bianne Hogan Are you ready to kick things up a notch in the bedroom? Then you might consider experimenting with temperature play. Think of how an ice cube offers an instant visceral feeling to your skin or the touch of a warm cup of tea. Now imagine that type of sensation being used to …
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— For most of us, understanding the basics of sex science and pleasure is the first step in improving our sex lives, says Ruth Ramsay By Ruth Ramsay Do you have a great sex life? If your answer is yes – congratulations! But for the majority of you reading this, it’s probably a no. Particularly …
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By Ashley Wright Sex is a fundamental part of a healthy, intimate relationship. It’s where people display their love and affection for each other in a physically intimate way. But what happens when the sex isn’t great? When one spouse isn’t feeling satisfied or is left underwhelmed? It can be a tough topic to bring …
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— Is there such a thing as a healthy pornography? By Alan McKee We recently saw yet another controversy about sexual representation in Australia. Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes’ book Welcome to Sex was attacked by the conservative group Australian Women’s Forum, leading to the book being removed from the shelves of Big W – …
— Our Research Must Be More Nuanced Young people do not fall into neat categories of race, sexual orientation or gender identity. Research into LGBTQ mental health must take that into account By Myeshia Price Our youth are in a mental health crisis. Young people describe steadily increasing sadness, hopelessness and suicidal thoughts. These mental …
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By Fenit Nirappil Public health officials are deploying a powerful new weapon in the war against rising sexually transmitted infections: a common antibiotic that works as a morning-after pill. It is the latest advancement as the sexual health field shifts to preventive medicine — not just condoms, abstinence and tests — as the best hope …
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— Exploring the Meaning and Use of the Term Wondering if queer is a slur? Let’s explore the historical context and controversy surrounding its use, and the term’s reclamation. By Daniel Villarreal The use of the word “queer” has become so widespread that it’s now represented by the letter “Q” in the initialism LGBTQ+. However, …
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