Sex Advice With An Edge
By Alice Broster Sex and health education has changed a lot over the last few decades. Depending on where you grew up, it’s more than likely that the syllabus being taught in schools now bears little to no resemblance to what was on offer when you were there. However, this has serious implications for your …
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Sexual frustration describes a state of irritation, agitation, or stress resulting from sexual inactivity or dissatisfaction. There are many possible causes of this sensation, and it can manifest differently from person to person. Individuals experiencing sexual frustration may benefit from finding other outlets for releasing their sexual energies. by Rachel Ann Tee-Melegrito Sexual frustration is …
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Everything you need to know about orgasms by James McIntosh Many people regard the orgasm as the peak of sexual excitement. It is a powerful feeling of physical pleasure and sensation. There is still more for researchers to know about the orgasm, and over the past century, theories about the orgasm and its nature have …
— Your Questions Answered Safety, discomfort talk + more Let’s talk about sex — and your growing baby bump. Whether you’re newly pregnant or bursting at the seams, you may have burning questions, like is it OK to do the deed? Will sex harm your baby? Is it normal to be in the mood a …
“The idea that tantric sex is all about delayed orgasms is misguided. It would mean that delaying your orgasm is a challenge that you must win.” by Arman Khan Prem Vismay first encountered the world of tantric sex at a trance party he’d attended nearly a decade ago in the Indian capital of mystics, Rishikesh. …
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National Coalition Launches New Guide to Address Sexual Concerns and Increase Pleasure While many predicted that widespread COVID vaccination would lead to a significant increase in sexual activity (aka “Hot Vax Summer”), a new survey found over half of Americans (ages 18-35) reported sexual difficulties during the pandemic, including low sexual interest, mismatched sex drives, …
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Performance anxiety during sex can be a dreadful experience. But there are ways to manage it. by Stephanie A. Wright, RN, BSN and Sandra Silva Casabianca Sex can be more than just the physical aspect. Emotions, hopes, and fears may also be involved. Sometimes, personal challenges and insecurities can make you apprehensive about your sexual …
‘Frottage’ Sex Can Supply You With All the Pleasure You Could Ever Want By Gabrielle Kassel The word frottage—which comes from the French word frott, which means “rub”—isn’t just fun to say; it’s fun to do, as well. Frottage “is a word used for the non-penetrative sex that happens when two or more bodies rub …
– but why? By Catriona Harvey-Jenner When a Body Shop advert for self-love hit screens this week, the response said a lot about the way society views women. “Go and grab the most phallic object you can find!” yelled the Maid of Honour on my laptop screen. It was the first lockdown, I was on …
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by Gabrielle Kassel Despite what mainstream porn might have you believe, folks of all body shapes, sizes, fitness levels, and abilities can have great sex. “There are plenty of pleasurable sexual activities and sex positions that don’t require a ton of strength, mobility, or stamina that are still intimate and orgasmic,” says clinical sexologist Megan …
by James Roland An erection is the result of increased blood flow to the penis. But you may be wondering exactly how that works, and whether there’s a specific amount of blood that your penis needs to achieve an erection. In some cases, reduced blood flow to the penis can cause noticeable changes in the …
— Here’s how to practice it By Sarah Fielding Tantric sex is a slowed-down version of sex designed to enhance intimacy. Prepare for tantric sex by learning its history, creating a safe space, and practicing mindfulness. To practice on tantric sex, focus on your breath, gaze into each other’s eyes, and slow down. Have you …
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By Mary Grace Garis Sexual stamina is something that’s long been held in high regard—after all, nobody writes R&B songs about making love for the duration of the Parks and Recreation theme song. With that in mind, the goal of sex is, apparently, doing it all night long. But for many vulva-owners, the constant in-out, …
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By Elizabeth Boskey, PhD Pelvic floor physical therapy (PT) can be used to treat or help treat a number of sexual health problems. It is also commonly used to treat problems such as urinary or fecal incontinence, particularly when that incontinence occurs after childbirth or prostate surgery. Conditions for which pelvic floor PT can be …
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– the reasons are much broader than you think By Ian Hamilton & Alex Aldridge On their own, sex and drugs are cultural taboos. Combining them only adds to our reluctance to talk about them. But understanding how sex and drugs are connected isn’t something we should shy away from or perceive as deviant. Humans …
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