Sex Advice With An Edge
— As research shows that more people are sexing their way through their seventies than ever before, WH unpicks why the thought of the older generation getting their kicks makes people so uncomfortable By Paisley Gilmour As Richard* reaches for the massage oil, Belle assumes her position facedown on the bed. Spreading the warm liquid …
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— The influencer doctors teaching Americans the basics With schools failing American students, OB-GYNs use TikTok to tackle questions and dispel myths By Alaina Demopoulos Some of TikTok’s biggest stars aren’t teen influencers or adorable pets – they are OB-GYNs posting sex education videos. Need to know if you can continue to take antidepressants while …
— Because, Yes, Familiarity Can Breed Boredom By Lia Avellino, LCSW For years, studies have shown that Americans are having less sex, whether they’re teens or in midlife. While researchers posit several different reasons for that—the lasting social effects of a pandemic that encouraged isolation, and more reliance on our devices over human connection, to …
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— What Does It Do and How to Use It Cock rings serve many purposes, including enhancing pleasure, making erections firmer and longer lasting, and enhancing sexual stamina. They can also assist in managing sexual dysfunctions like erectile dysfunction. With many options available, let’s explore how to use them and the different types to discover …
— SF State prof sees reasons for rethinking LGBTQ history by Brian Bromberger For Marc Stein, professor of history at San Francisco State University, queer history is a calling, realizing he is part of a network and a community of gay intellectuals. Many U.S. college history departments don’t even define queer history as a bona …
By David Marchese For nearly 20 years, Emily Morse has been publicly talking with people about sex. She has done it in intimate, small-group conversations with friends; she has done it on radio and TV and social media; and the sex therapist has done it, most prominently, on her popular “Sex With Emily” podcast. A …
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— The heart of sex research By Justin R. Garcia At the entrance to the Kinsey Institute, at Indiana University, there’s a plaque with a famous quote from its founder, Alfred C. Kinsey: “We are the recorders and reporters of facts — not the judges of the behaviors we describe.” That ethos is at the …
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— And how they affect your love life There’s a lot that comes after the honeymoon stage By Holly Berckelman Did you know there are five stages in long-term relationships? Sex and relationship therapist Georgia Grace helps decode this viral theory. There comes a point in every relationship where you run into the hard stuff. …
— Comprehensive review offers roadmap for doctors to evaluate, treat overlooked condition Between 13% and 84% of postmenopausal women experience vaginal pain during sex Causes of pain other than vaginal dryness are often undiagnosed and untreated Pain during sex can harm relationships, self-esteem and contribute to depression, anxiety Safe, effective therapies exist but condition is …
— Gay and bisexual men being abused by romantic partners is the subject of a research brief being presented to the Scottish government By Mary McCool Gay and bisexual men are being abused by romantic partners but face multiple barriers to support, according to recent studies. Research from Glasgow Caledonian University found that one in …
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— Here’s how to cope. Sex and SAD needn’t be enemies. By Eleanor Noyce Winter can be a bleak period. The crisp brown leaves have fallen from the trees; the flowers have wilted; everything is freezing – especially amidst a cost-of-living crisis – and there’s little to no sunshine. Joy can be sparse, and amidst …
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— The Temporary Loss of Sexual Desire and Function After Orgasm By James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, MD In human sexuality, the refractory period is the length of time after an orgasm during which a person is not sexually responsive. The refractory period can vary from one person to the next but is strongly influenced …
— As a sex worker, I had to set boundaries with clients that I sometimes couldn’t abide by myself. By Chris Belcher Clients love to ask sex workers, “What’s your real name?” It’s a power move. “I know you contain multitudes” is what they mean, “and I have the right to see.” They paid, after …
— These 9 expert-approved tips can help you make the most of your time apart By Rebecca Strong A relationship break offers space to explore things like compatibility, trust issues, or life stress. Experts advise discussing break length, goals, and how you’ll keep in touch before you part ways. To get insight during the break, …
— Every couple has their ups and downs, but sometimes a relationship never recovers from a difficult period. By Jessica Lindsay While processing conflict and working on your interactions is admirable, aiming to repair a dying relationship is a time-waster for everyone involved. The key to sorting things out – whether that’s together or not …
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