By Sara Berg, MS Experiencing pain during or immediately after sexual activity—known as dyspareunia—is a condition affecting many women, yet it remains a topic often shrouded in silence. This medical issue, which can affect both physical and emotional well-being, is more common than many may realize. Understanding and addressing this condition is crucial for promoting …
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I’m a Clinical Sexologist in private practice here in Anacortes, WA. I’ve been a practitioner of psycho/sexual therapy and relationship counseling for over 40 years. I am a sex positive and kink aware helping professional. I am available weekdays, some evenings and weekends so you can comfortably fit your sessions in around your work, family …
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Welcome Sex Fans! Get ready for some informative and enriching entertainment. Your comments and questions are always welcome. You can reach me at: dr_dick@drdicksexadvice.com Now a little bit about me, your host, Dr Dick. My name is Richard Wagner, Ph.D., ACS. I’m a Clinical Sexologist in private practice here in Anacortes, WA. I’ve been a …
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— Sexual-health doctors are trying to help Some Canadian doctors aim to address what they call near-total lack of support for women’s sexual health By Brandie Weikle A small number of Canadian doctors specializing in women’s sexual health are trying to address what they say is a near-total lack of support for those suffering from common …
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— Psychedelic Sex Therapy 101 I asked a doctor who’s an expert in the treatment By Sarah Stiefvater Whether through the iconic Dr. Ruth Westheimer (RIP) or the Netflix hit Sex Education, you’ve probably heard of sex therapy. But have you heard of psychedelic sex therapy? It’s basically traditional sex therapy that integrates the use …
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“Self-pleasure offers an effective, accessible tool.” By Korin Miller With symptoms like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, and vaginal dryness in the mix, menopause can be a difficult experience for many women. However, there are treatment options available, including hormone therapy and lifestyle tweaks. Now, new research has pinpointed a lifestyle hack that can help women …
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— And can it harm your penis? Gripping your penis too tightly could cause some issues Masturbation isn’t something any of us should be shy about, but when the mood strikes, some of us seize it a little too tightly. By Alice Giddings To put it plainly, if you’ve got a penis, grabbing it too …
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— Why You Shouldn’t Judge Others’ Sexual Desires Never yuck someone’s yum. By Gigi Fong Kink-shaming is the act of making someone feel less than or problematic for their sexual desires. To some, the act of your partner putting a collar around your neck during sex or spanking you in the bedroom is a definite …
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— Reading some 200,000 love stories has taught me a few lessons about love and life. Here are the ones that help me most. By Daniel Jones Two decades ago, on Oct. 31, 2004, a short note appeared on the front page of this newspaper along with stories about Yasir Arafat’s health and the looming …
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— For 20 years, Modern Love has recorded people’s lives. The column has also had real-life reverberations on readers. By Miya Lee “So what have you learned about love?” people often ask when they find out I’m an editor of Modern Love. “Oh, you know,” I say, “a lot.” Or, “Most clichés are accurate.” Or …
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