Sex Advice With An Edge
By Hannah Rice Most people have heard the expressions “getting to first base” or “scoring a home run.” These sayings turn sports metaphors into sexual allusions, hinting at a certain goal that is supposed to result from physical intimacy. And, to plenty of folks, that mentality makes sense. After all, is there a problem with …
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— How They Affect Your Sex Life? Intimacy apps allow more people to access sex and relationship therapy and communication skills due to their relatively inexpensive nature and ability to be accessed anonymously from many places worldwide. This has seen the rise in many apps, which can help increase intimacy, communication, and sex skills. By …
— Is there a connection? By Jana Abelovska It may surprise you that your genitals are not your primary sex organ; your brain is! The brain plays a significant role in your ability to feel aroused. If you find it difficult to relax, it will be challenging to get aroused or reach orgasm. Having …
— People living with disabilities are often assumed to be asexual, which can have disastrous effects on their well-being. Humans are inherently sexual and, as such, deserve to have safe and pleasurable sexual experiences and be free to explore their sexuality and gender. By Rhiannon John, MSexol Many people within society view people living with …
— The five biggest lessons of the year Shedding binaries, shaking off taboos and more – in a year with big events and changes, love and sex looked different, too. By Jessica Klein The ways we think about sex and love are always evolving, constantly influenced by cultural, political and global happenings. This year was …
— Here are 6 tips for letting your guard down By Rebecca Strong Being vulnerable with your partner can improve trust, communication, conflict, and your sex life. Sharing your needs, hopes, fears, and emotions can feel scary if you’ve been hurt in the past. Therapists suggest starting slow, using physical touch, and telling your partner …
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— An Unexpected History By Samantha Cole Samantha Cole has been a journalist for over 10 years, spending the last five reporting on tech, sexuality, gender, and the adult industry. She is a senior editor of Motherboard, the science and technology outlet for VICE. Below, Samantha shares 5 key insights from her new book, How …
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By Mark Travers It’s easy to assume that open relationships don’t concern you, especially if you’re in a monogamous relationship or identify as a monogamist. But sex reseacher and NYU professor Dr. Zhana Vrangalova argues there is more to the story than meets the eye. Research by Vrangalova, conducted in collaboration with Ashley Madison, an …
— The new policy, which will take effect in January, is part of an effort to counter an increase in sexually transmitted diseases in recent years. By Constant Méheut France will begin offering free condoms in pharmacies for people up to age 25 starting Jan. 1, in a bid to reduce the spread of sexually …
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— And 5 Other Questions, Answered By Maisha Johnson What is it? Outercourse is an option for sexual activity without intercourse. When you get down to the details, that means different things to different people. For some, it’s everything except penis-in-vagina (PIV) penetration. For others, outercourse means no penetration of any kind, including fingers, sex …
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— Don’t Lose That Lovin’ Feeling Connection, communication and self-acceptance keep intimacy alive By Lisa B. Samalonis Although advancing age can pose some challenges to a healthy sex life, with a shift in perspective, intimacy can still be satisfying, good for your health and overall fun. Frequently discussed obstacles include: Vaginal dryness/atrophy. Erectile dysfunction. Lost …
— Research finds that having these conversations guarantees a deeper connection by Sarah Finley When you’re in a relationship and life takes over — bills, children, and managing diaries — it’s hard to make time for each other and most importantly build on your intimacy. But making time for each other and getting to know …
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— 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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— Here’s why. The culture war over transgender rights is part of a fight over competing notions of gender and sexuality, including issues like abortion and sex education by Kelsy Burke and Emily Kazyak During the 2022 midterm election campaign, Republican public officials targeted transgender rights in what NPR and other news media have called …
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Having bad sex? Don’t blame yourself or your partner—blame evolution By Elizabeth Pennisi Billy Crystal may have been shocked when Meg Ryan so effectively—and amusingly—faked an orgasm in a restaurant during the 1989 movie When Harry Met Sally, but surveys suggest only one-third of women are regularly fully aroused during intercourse. And although poor partner …
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