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By Serenity Mirabito RN, OCN Sex hormones are chemicals responsible for reproduction and sexual desire. Common female sex hormones include estrogen and progesterone, while testosterone is abundant in most males. Sex hormones are produced by the ovaries, testes, endocrine system, and adrenal glands. Menstruation, age, and certain medical conditions can cause fluctuations in sex hormones. …
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—Because No One Should Be Made To Feel Bad About Enjoying Non-Kinky Sex By Sara Youngblood Gregory Cultural narratives around sex and sexual preferences have long been weaponized to make people feel embarrassed or ashamed of what they like. Indeed, the history of sex-negativity in this country is so rich—propped up by egregiously lacking sex …
— Folding in kink and BDSM play can help soothe anxious feelings and release shame. By Jackie Lam Key Points Kink and BDSM may help alleviate anxiety, release shame and boost creativity. Go slow. Learn the ropes of kink before you dive in. It doesn’t have to look like “Fifty Shades of Grey.” There are …
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— Have it with yourself. In a sex recession, consider the benefits of a DIY approach. By Jenny Singer Many of us grew up reading glossy instruction manuals full of increasingly eccentric tips for pleasing a partner. A few memorable ones from my own tween reading years: Eat a doughnut off their genitals. Run an …
— Being honest about our sexual desires can feel like sharing a secret – here’s some tips on how to broach the conversation By Brit Dawson When telling your partner about a particular kink or fetish you have, here’s some pretty solid advice: “Don’t sit them down to tell them you’ve ordered vampire gloves and …
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—The benefits of sex therapy are multiple and go beyond those related to sexual dysfunctions. Take note of all the information. By Valeria Sabater Currently, a significant part of the population is unaware of all the benefits of sex therapy. There’s still a certain stigma and the classic belief that only those who present some …
— Libido differences are a common part of relationships, sex therapists say. Here’s how to manage. By Catherine Pearson Frances and her wife have been together for more than 40 years, and early on in their relationship they couldn’t keep their hands off each other. Then came three children and a series of health issues …
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— How These Latinas Broke Free From Purity Culture By Jessica Hoppe The story of how I lost my virginity — a tale I long held onto — was a lie. A fiction as false as the construct itself, I fabricated the narrative to please my boyfriend. Before we got together, he expressed that my …
— What to know about these often misunderstood relationships By Chantal Gautier Imagine Sarah and John have been in a monogamous relationship for five years. Although they love each other, Sarah, who is bisexual, has recently started feeling an attraction to her coworker, Andrea. This has led to several sexual encounters, leaving Sarah feeling guilty. …
— The effects of shame-based narratives can have a big impact on our ability to experience pleasure fully. By Gigi Engle Purity culture messaging is everywhere. Even if you didn’t grow up particularly religious or even if you had fully atheist caregivers, it’s likely you’ve been exposed to messages from purity culture in some form. …
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— From breaking harmful patterns to improving their sex lives, more couples are using psychedelics combined with therapy to confront their issues. By Manisha Krishnan The first time Isabel and her husband did MDMA together, they were at Burning Man, just a couple of weeks before their wedding. It was a profound experience. “It was …
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— Open communication can be challenging—but expressing desires and boundaries is good for everyone. Here’s how to get started. By Jaina Grey Talking to your partner about sex isn’t always easy—especially if you want to change things up. In an ideal world, you’d feel free to talk to your partner about anything. Unfortunately, we live …
— 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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— Trust us, it’s not gone forever BY Holly Berckelman If you take antidepressants and have found your libido’s dropped off a cliff, fear not, there are GP-approved steps you can take to bring it back. There’s a lot of stigma around antidepressants Due to the formerly hush-hush nature of mental illness and misconceptions spread …
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— Mastering the art of talking about sex with your partner By Brody Wooddell Intimacy is a vital component of any successful relationship, and one key aspect of intimacy is the ability to openly and honestly discuss sex and sexual desires with your partner. In this article, we will delve into the importance of mastering …
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