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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Sexual Well-Being
Sexual dysfunction is a common problem affecting men and women around the world, causing distress and impacting relationships. Generally, a sexual problem is complex in nature and can have biological,...
Young People’s Barriers to Talking About Sexual Health With Their Parents and Providers
Discussions between young people and their parents, health care providers, or other influential figures about sexual health can have many positive effects. These conversations can help educate young p...
Difficulties With Emotion Regulation and Loneliness May Be Predictors of Problematic Pornography Use
These days, watching pornography has become more common, and many individuals do so on occasion. Recreational pornography use is usually not detrimental to a person’s health or relationships. However,...
Erectile Dysfunction Is a Risk Factor for Major Depressive Disorder, According to New Study
Past research has demonstrated an association between erectile dysfunction (ED) and depression. Sometimes, people experience mood disorders like depression or anxiety when they are facing other challe...
Sex and Multiple Sclerosis: Barriers Between Patients and Providers
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that causes damage to the body’s nerve fibers and can greatly impact one’s quality of life. With symptoms that affect day-to-day activities such as weak, numb, or ...
Personality Type Is Associated With BDSM Role, Says Recent Study
According to a new online study, a person’s BDSM role preference (dominant, submissive, or switch) may also be reflected in his or her personality and interpersonal style, but empathy does not differ ...
Benefits of Sexual Activity During COVID-19 Lockdown
For many, 2020 was a year of becoming familiar or reacquainted with home activities such as reading, making puzzles, playing boardgames, and cooking. Now, researchers have found compelling reasons to ...
Peyronie’s Disease Impacts Both Partners and Patients
Peyronie’s disease is distressing for men, but it can affect their female partners, too, researchers have found.
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Sexual Effects of ADHD Different in Men and Women
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) could affect the severity of hypersexuality in both men and women, but a link with problematic pornography use appears to be stronger in men, new resear...
Stigma, Body Image Concerns May Affect Sexuality in People With Focal Dystonia
Sexual dysfunction is a common problem for people with some forms of focal dystonia, scientists report.
Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes a person’s muscles to contract. A person with dysto...
Study: Antidepressant Lurasidone Has Fewer Sexual Side Effects
People with a certain form of depression might benefit from a drug called lurasidone, which has fewer sexual side effects than other depression medications, according to a recent clinical trial.
Depr...
Survey Reveals the Emotional Impact of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer packs an emotional punch as well as a physical one, a new survey reveals.
Life-changing, frightening, and sad were just some of the answers survey respondents gave...
Sexual Problems Continue for Young Cancer Survivors
Cancer and its treatment can lead to a number of sexual problems for patients and survivors, including painful intercourse, erectile dysfunction (ED), and trouble with orgasm. Now, new research sugges...
Poor Health and Lack of Communication Related to Low Sexual Interest, Study Says
Why might people lose interest in sex? Recently, scientists provided their insights in the journal BMJ Open, and their findings differed somewhat for British men and women.
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Breast Cancer Has Sexual Impact on Both Survivors and Partners
Scientists estimate that between 45% and 77% of breast cancer survivors develop sexual problems after treatment, from low desire and poor lubrication to painful intercourse. However, new research sugg...
Range of Priorities Found in Individuals Seeking Female-to-Male Transition
When people with gender dysphoria decide to undergo a female-to-male transition, there is a large variation in their priorities, according to new research in the Journal of Sexual Medicine.
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Americans Are Having Less Sex Nowadays
A new study in the Archives of Sexual Behavior has found that Americans are having less sex than they did two decades ago. And partnered people – those who are married or living together - have seen a...
BPH Drugs Associated with Higher Risk of Depression and Self-Harm but Not Suicide
Men who take certain medications for an enlarged prostate or hair loss could be at higher risk for depression and self-harm, according to new research published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
However, th...
Past Childhood Experiences Could Influence Sexual Satisfaction in Adulthood
When someone has a sexual problem, it’s not unusual for there to be lots of factors involved. There could be a medical issue, relationship strain, or miscommunication between partners. Sometimes, even...
For Couples Coping with Provoked Vestibulodynia, Sexual Goals are Important
The pain of provoked vestibulodynia (PVD) makes sex difficult for many couples. But focusing on the type of sexual goals they share could improve satisfaction for both partners.
PVD refers to pain in...
PTSD and Sexual Problems are Linked, Study Says
Sexual problems are often found in patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A recent study in The Journal of Sexual Medicine has examined the reasons why.
PTSD is a mental health condition...
Love, Sex, and Antidepressants
Antidepressants seem to affect men and women differently in terms of love and sex, Italian researchers have found.
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Depression Linked to Erectile Dysfunction
Depression may play a bigger role in erectile dysfunction (ED) than testosterone levels, according to a recent study.
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Couples, Communication, and Provoked Vestibulodynia
Comfort with expressing emotions could help couples facing provoked vestibulodynia (PVD), researchers suggest.
Women with PVD experience pain when an area of their genitals called the vestibule is to...
Sex, Psychological & Physical Health, and Marital Quality
Regular sexual activity might help older couples manage physical and psychological health problems and keep their relationship strong, research suggests.
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Poor Mental Health and Casual Sexual Relationships
Poor mental health may lead to more casual sex – and vice versa – in teens and young adults, according to researchers from the Ohio State University.
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Managing Mental Health and Sexual Health Simultaneously
Managing mental health and sexual health simultaneously is important because both aspects are closely intertwined. Taking care of both can enhance your overall quality of life. The following will expl...
How Can One Navigate Intimacy After Experiencing Trauma?
Intimacy, both physical and emotional, is a cornerstone of human connection. However, for individuals who have experienced trauma, navigating intimacy can be a complex and challenging journey. Trauma ...
Common Reasons Why People Seek Sex Therapy
Sex therapy is a specialized form of counseling aimed at addressing sexual concerns and improving intimacy for individuals or couples. It provides a safe and confidential space for people to discuss t...
How Can Psychiatric Disorders Impact a Person’s Sexual Health?
Mental health and sexual health are closely tied to one another, so perhaps it is not surprising that psychiatric disorders can have an impact on a person’s sexual health. Multiple studies that have a...
How Can Sex Therapy Help With Sexual Dysfunction?
Sex therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy aimed at helping individuals and couples overcome their sexual difficulties utilizing behavioral, cognitive, and psychodynamic principles. Sexual dys...
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How Do Medications for Mental Health Conditions Impact Sexual Health?
Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder are prevalent worldwide, and medications to treat these conditions can be life-changing for many individuals. However, these ...
How Can People Improve Their Sexual Well-Being While Dealing With Mental Health Challenges?
Sexual well-being is a vital aspect of overall health and quality of life. However, individuals dealing with mental health challenges often face obstacles in achieving and maintaining a satisfying sex...
What is Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder?
Compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD) has been known by a number of different names over the years, including hypersexuality, sexual addiction, and excessive sexual desire disorder.
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What Are the Most Common Sexual Fantasies?
Sexual fantasies are mental images that trigger arousal or sexual excitement in an individual. Although cultural, societal, and religious influences have often lent a certain taboo to sexual fantasies...
What Is the Average Penis Size?
If you have ever wondered how your penis compares to others in terms of size, you are not alone. Many men are curious to know how their penises stack up compared to the average. Unfortunately, general...