For cancer survivors, sexual intimacy can pose unexpected issues

— ‘I feel as if my body has betrayed me,’ one survivor says By Netana H. Markovitz Brenna Gatimu, 34, of Casper, Wyo., was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in 2020. She quickly had chemoradiation, and both her breasts and ovaries were removed. She now takes a medication that suppresses any remaining estrogen in …

This four-minute foreplay game could help spark excitement in the bedroom

By Ella Glover By now, we all know that foreplay is the most important aspect of intercourse, particularly for women, who typically need 20 to 30 minutes of warm-up time before they’re able to orgasm.  But it can be easy to get into a bit of a sex rut – especially if you’re in a …

Abused gay men don’t see they are victims – study

— 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 …

A Female Porn Director Shares Her Best Sex Tips

— Anna Richards is the founder of ethical porn platform FrolicMe, which portrays sex in a positive, female-focused light. Believing we’re all capable of having great sex, she says the secret is losing your inhibitions and getting comfortable with what turns you on. From the importance of switching up your stimuli to why dropping expectations …

Epilepsy and Sex

— How Epilepsy Can Affect Sexual Health By Serenity Mirabito RN, OCN Attention to sexual health in people with epilepsy is often lacking. Sexual dysfunction, however, is a side effect of epilepsy and the medications that treat it. Although not fully understood, epilepsy can also cause endocrine disorders that negatively impact the reproductive system, leading …

‘Ghosting,’ ‘Orbiting,’ ‘Rizz’

— A Guide to Modern Dating Terms The way we talk about relationships has drastically changed in recent years. Here is a glossary of some of the most popular words and phrases you should know. By Gina Cherelus Picture this: You’re currently single and “cobwebbing” in the aftermath of your previous failed relationship. The attractive …

Types of Orgasms and How to Feel Each of Them

— For people with vaginas, there are many different types of orgasms. The most common way of orgasm is through clitoral stimulation. Other types of orgasms include vaginal, anal, and cervical orgasms. Some people have even experienced orgasms from working out and giving birth. Let’s look at the different kinds of orgasms, and the best …