Sex Advice With An Edge
— Why are we so bad at talking about sex? Today sees the launch of our new sex column, where couples talk openly about what goes on in their bedroom. But honest communication about sex is hard. Here’s how to get better at it By Coco Khan For many, sex is something easier done than …
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— Teens weigh in on evolving definitions — and habits By JOCELYN GECKER Situationships. “Sneaky links.” The “talking stage,” the flirtatious getting-to-know-you phase — typically done via text — that can lead to a hookup. High school students are having less sexual intercourse. That’s what the studies say. But that doesn’t mean they’re having less …
— ‘Most of the sex I’ve had, I wish I hadn’t bothered’ More and more people are choosing to go without sex. And, in many cases, they’ve never been happier By Emine Saner Caitlin didn’t set out to become celibate – at least not in the beginning. Three years ago, she was coming out of …
— The rise of sexual wellness Advice on sex is available on myriad apps, sex toys are for sale on the high street, and the science of sexual fufilment is blossoming. Will this focus on sexual wellbeing have the desired effect? By Linda Geddes Tina was 52 when her long-term relationship ended. She had experienced …
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— By focusing on sex, Republicans can court both the evangelical right and the right-wing extreme QAnon vote. By Robert Reich The Republican Party, once a proud proponent of limited government, has become a font of government intrusion into the most intimate aspects of personal and family life. Last Friday, a judge who previously worked …
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— Low sex drive in men linked to chemical imbalance By Sandee LaMotte While hanging out with his college roommates, Peter (not his real name) realized he felt differently about sex than other heterosexual men. “I’ve never been somebody who was interested in pornography, but I’d laugh along with their jokes,” said Peter, now 44, …
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— The answers are not simple It feels like sex and dating is more complicated than ever. To find out what’s going on, GQ surveyed you about everything from body counts to porn shame to lying on dating apps By GQ Dating has never been easy; sex has never been simple. Still, right now feels …
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— Relationship guidance from a professional can help with communication, intimacy and trust You and your spouse used to vibe like peanut butter and jelly. But now, you seem to come together like oil and water. You may have different expectations and ideas when it comes to your marriage, parenting styles and finances. So, is …
— While some assume the thrill of sex dies down with age, that’s just one of many misconceptions By Taneia Surles For many individuals, having sex can release stress and be a way to explore different forms of intimacy with their partners. While some assume that the thrill of sex dies down in the latter …
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— A reminder that Roman sexuality was far more complex than simply gay or straight By João Florêncio As Pompeii’s House of the Vettii finally reopens after a long process of restoration, news outlets appear to be struggling with how to report on the Roman sex cultures so well recorded in the ruins of the …
— New Evidence And Long-Term Risks By Shaun Harper Most American teenagers across genders have consumed pornography, according to a new report from Common Sense, a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the impact of media and technology on kids and families. Common Sense partnered with Benenson Strategy Group to administer a survey to teens …
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— You Might Have Post-Coital Dysphoria What Are the Post-Sex Blues? Here’s How To Deal With This Common Issue BY Rebecca Strong After sex, some people feel a sense of euphoria, relaxation, and closeness to their partner. But that’s not the case for everyone. According to a 2019 study, almost half of men report feeling …
Many schools have given up on crafting inclusive and informative sex education. These websites and activists are filling in the gaps. by Nancy Jainchill Compared to a few decades ago, young people have surprisingly less access to high-quality, informative sex education. Typically, human sexuality programs have been the responsibility of middle or high schools, but …
In a new book, journalist Samantha Cole digs through the rich history of sex on the internet, from BBS to FOSTA By Russell Brandom From the very beginning, people on the internet have been obsessed with sex. That’s the argument laid out in a new book by journalist Samantha Cole, How Sex Changed the Internet …
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— The 4 Types + Examples By Kesiena Boom, M.S. Cheating is a painful specter that, when experienced, can loom large over a person’s heart for many years. But what exactly is considered cheating? And what should you do if you find yourself in the unenviable situation of discovering that your partner has been unfaithful? …
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