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By Pema Bakshi Perfectionism is a well-documented personality trait that can vary from somewhat healthy to… not so healthy. We often hear about the need to have everything ‘just right‘ in the workplace or in social situations, but we rarely hear about the concept of sexual perfectionism; the kind that sees us taking it to …
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By Natasha Weiss We talk a lot about foreplay and what happens during sex, but what we don’t talk about enough is what happens after. Aftercare is a broad term for how you and your partner support each other and check-in after you’ve had sex. Sex can ramp us up and leave us with all …
By Christine Emba Rachel, 25, has the open face and friendly demeanor of a born-and-bred Midwesterner. She’s lively and opinionated, and feels in control of most areas of her life. But when it comes to sex, something isn’t right. “I don’t know,” she sighed over coffee as we spoke in downtown D.C. “I’ve never been …
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By MIKE MCRAE Psychologists have investigated two contrasting beliefs about the nature of sexual satisfaction, to find out which is more likely to help couples better navigate sexual compatibility. Desire for sex with a new love interest typically starts strong and then wanes over time. Priorities rearrange, small incompatibilities become big ones, and the energy …
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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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by Ashley De Silva Warning: This article contains discussions of sexual assault. Healthy relationships start with feeling respected and safe which is why it is so important to understand how to go about seeking ‘active’ consent if you are about to engage in any kind of sexual activity. It is never okay for someone to …
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Hypersexuality Disorder, Compulsive Sexual Behavior, and Sex Addiction By Geralyn Dexter, LMHC Hypersexuality is defined by an intense urge or desire to engage in various kinds of sexual activity. The terms “sex addiction” and “compulsive sexual behavior” are often used interchangeably with hypersexuality disorder. While sexual desire and activity are part of human nature, it …
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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By Gigi Engle Sex and our preferences for certain kinds of sex acts change all the time. This is a fact of life for many people. What worked for you for years may suddenly not be your thing anymore—and that’s totally OK. Nazanin Moali, Ph.D., a sex therapist and host of the Sexology podcast, tells …
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BY COBY RENKIN We’re all taught about sexual assault growing up and we all hear about it in the news when it unfortunately occurs. We hear about online and workplace harassment, inappropriate name-calling and touching, and we hear about rape. But what many of us don’t hear about is the act of stealthing. Stealthing is …
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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 …
By Ondine Jean-Baptiste Have you ever headed back to your date’s place after a sultry night out, ready to have a good time — only to struggle getting there physically? The connection is there, but you just cannot get yourself aroused no matter how much you want to. You might be left feeling embarrassed at …
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Post-pandemic Sex: Many of us are unsure how to navigate relationships in what feels like a new world By Geraldine Walsh Along with indoor dining and international travel, sex is due to make a comeback as the summer of love apparently, belatedly, unfolds around us. The forward-moving vaccination programme brings hope for a normal life. …
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Wherever you find a taboo topic, misinformation, misconceptions, and myths are sure to follow—and that’s especially the case when it comes to sex. By Alistair Gardiner When it comes to sex, myths abound. Which ones have you fallen for? With so many fallacies in circulation, it’s not surprising that many people hold false beliefs. Here …
— Seriously By Jessica Zucker Rita M., a 20-year-old social work student living in Seattle, Washington, used to masturbate three to five times a week. But as with everything else, during a global pandemic, self-pleasure has been hard to come by. She’s not alone in finding it more difficult to engage in this form of …
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