Orgasmic Disorder
For some women, reaching orgasm can be difficult. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to address the problem and have a more satisfying sex life.
A Three-Part Conversation with Dr. Pepper Schwartz on Female Sexual Difficulties
Sociologist, sexologist and relationship expert Dr. Pepper Schwartz joins our Sex+Health podcast for a three-part discussion on the range of female sexual difficulties and offers practical advice and resources for women (and their partners).
Talking to Girls and Young Women about S-E-X
“[Girls] have told by society that sex is great but that’s not their experience. They don’t know how to talk about that disconnect, there’s a certain amount of shame that shuts down their voice….for me, sexual empowerment for girls is helping them to find a voice in their sexual relationships.”
Tips To Keep Incontinence From Interfering With Your Sex Life
If you struggle with incontinence and have concerns about leaking during sex, you’re not alone. The American Foundation for Urologic Disease reports that one in three women with stress incontinence avoids sex due to fears of leaking during intercourse or orgasm. But incontinence during sex doesn’t have to be an issue.
Talking about Sexual Pleasure on the Podcast
Talking about Sexual Pleasure on the Podcast Featuring interviews with medical professionals and experts in the field of sexuality, ASHA’s Sex+Health podcast aims to offer information and resources to with the goal of helping people take charge of their sexual health. Breathing New Life into Your Sexual Relationship In this episode, ASHA’s Fred Wyand talks […]
Can a person be addicted to porn?
Can a person be addicted to porn? Many experts don’t believe that sex or porn addiction exist, and say such behaviors are perhaps better described as compulsions. For insight we turn to Dr. Eli Coleman, Director of the Program in Human Sexuality at the University of Minnesota Medical School.
Oral Sex and STIs
STIs and Oral Sex Can someone be infected with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) from oral sex? Yes. Many STIs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, can be spread through oral sex. However, the chances of giving or getting STIs during oral sex can be lowered by using a condom or dental dam. By definition, oral […]
National Sexual Health Survey Reveals Barriers to Addressing Issues
Why aren’t couples talking about sex? Despite increasing public acceptance of sex as an everyday topic and a trend towards more empowered health consumers, people continue to feel uncomfortable talking about sexual health issues—even behind closed doors.
Five Tips For Keeping The Sexy and The Passionate in Long Term Relationship
Five Tips For Keeping The Sexy and The Passionate in Long-Term Relationships From guest author Pamela Madsen Despite being a published sexuality expert who works with countless women and their partners, I’m always my own best case study. I have written and been public about many parts of my own sexuality. Most of my sexuality […]
Celebrating Boomer Sexuality
By Walker Thornton [This article originally appeared on www.kinkly.com and is republished with permission] September is World Sexual Health month, a global initiative to draw attention to the issue of sexuality in a sex-positive way. The American Sexual Health Association is spearheading the American efforts with a particular focus on Boomer Sexuality. The World Association […]