Let's Talk Sex (Page 12)

Do you understand the different sexual needs of men and women? Dr. Wendy Walsh gives you an expert's take on the matter. http://youtu.be/Ei8Tvunl3G8

The image that many parents have about rampant sexual activity on college campuses may not be an entirely accurate one. New research suggests today's college students aren't engaging in more sex and aren't more open to the idea of sex before marriage than those from earlier decades. Researchers gathered their data from the General Social Survey, a nationally representative poll from the independent research...

It’s the 21st century. You and your senior mate are both adults. Each of you has likely been married before, whether your marriage ended in divorce or the death of your spouse. You two have now been dating for a while and are interested in becoming more intimate with each other. Perhaps you’re feeling trepidation about your bedroom skills and attraction appeal. Frankly, it’s been a while since both of you have...

This is an exclusive study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, which surveyed respondents over the course of three weeks to reflect an accurate representation of the U.S. population. A previous study conducted by DatingAdvice.com found 34 percent of Americans have had sex on a first date, and new follow-up research shows gay Americans appear to be the most accepting demographic of those who choose to do so. Gay men...

Are those pesky five to 10 pounds getting in the way of your sexual enjoyment? New research suggests the best cure for overweight diabetic men dealing with sexual issues is to shed those extra pounds. Published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, the study of 31 men found those who lost between 5 to 10 percent of their body weight over a two-month period reported significant improvement with erectile dysfunction....

Most friends and family members warn against it, but a new study has found sex with an ex may have it's advantages. Researchers at the University of Arizona discovered sex with an ex may lower psychological distress for divorcees. Published in the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 137 recently divorced individuals were analyzed for the report. According to the results, 82.5 percent remained in contact...

An older woman’s sexual appetite may be more ravenous than researchers had previously thought, a new French study suggests. Published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, the study shows women in early menopause have the same sexual interests and practices as those who are a bit younger. Researchers analyzed the data gathered from 408 premenopausal women and 277 postmenopausal women for their conclusions. Menopause...

What would you think if I were to tell you I've only slept with one person? How about 100? In reality, I'm somewhere between those two, but apparently the actual figure is incredibly significant. When guys ask what my number is, I answer honestly because the reaction I get tells me a lot about the person I'm with. Explaining your sexual history can often be like navigating a minefield of other people's...

Practicing safer sex in an open relationship is much like practicing safer sex in a monogamous one, except you have more people and factors at play. Healthy behaviors to practice, regardless of your relationship status, include: 1. Communicate verbally. Talk about your past sexual partners and your past safer sex practices. 2. Get tested for STIs. Do this before having sex (oral, vaginal, anal) with a new...

Are we addicted to sex that's not good for us? Dr. Wendy Walsh explains: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cwnHtv--6Q

This is an exclusive study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, which surveyed respondents over the course of three weeks to reflect an accurate representation of the U.S. population. Previous research has shown 46 percent of men and 23 percent of women have had sex on a first date, but a new study has found 26 percent of those encounters may have turned into something more. Conducted by DatingAdvice.com, the study...

Have you ever suffered a heart attack? Did it affect your sex life? New research shows you're not alone. A study conducted by the University of Chicago found women who have suffered a heart attack worry about returning to a normal sex life, with many feeling their doctors should discuss the issue more openly. Published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, researchers interviewed 17 female survivors of...

Throughout my days, I was fortunate enough to score quite a decent amount of girl-girl-guy threesomes. I’ve had the guy-guy-girl ones, too, but let’s be honest - you can’t really compare the two. Whenever I did get girl-girl-guy threesomes, it was down to two very distinct methods. Both methods require a high level of experience, and a threesome is definitely not something that will happen overnight. However, if...

New research from UCLA is raising questions about the legitimacy of sex addiction. While commonly diagnosed by some professionals, many psychologists have long challenged whether it meets the true criteria of an addiction. According to the study, the brain activity associated with addicts is not seen among people with sexual impulse difficulties, even at higher levels. "You have to think, what makes something an...

Our town is able to support two swingers clubs, and it’s pretty amazing! Given Oregon’s laws around alcohol and nudity, our clubs are able to have both onsite sex and alcohol, so the environment is quite different than clubs in neighboring states (from what I know). Visiting a swingers club was the very first thing J. and I did in exploring sexual non-monogamy. We were both so nervous. We explored the club’s...

Why do you have sex? For pleasure? For companionship? For another reason? According to a new study from the University of Toronto, the motivations behind why we have sex can affect how much enjoyment we experience in the process. Social psychologist Amy Muise led the research, identifying the two basic motivations for having sex as “avoidance” and “approach.” For the approach method, a partner typically seeks to...

It turns out men may have several reasons for going down on their partners. According to a new study, some men perform oral sex as a means of decreasing the likelihood of being cheated on or left. Conducted by evolutionary psychologists at Oakland University in Rochester, Mich., men who perceived themselves to be at a greater risk of losing their partner were more likely to continue cunnilingus until their partner...

This is an exclusive study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, which surveyed respondents over the course of three weeks to reflect an accurate representation of the U.S. population. How long after meeting someone do you wait to get physically intimate? A month? A few months? Do you wait until marriage? According to new research, more Americans are comfortable getting physical early on. Conducted by...

Maybe you’re feeling lonely, insecure, anxious or frustrated by your perceived lack of success with dating and finding love. Maybe you’ve experienced several bad dates in a row, lost a recent relationship or are just feeling disconnected from dating in general. Maybe you’re currently single and not happy about this current reality. You might be sexually unsatisfied and long for sexual chemistry and adventure. You...

New research may have discovered the leading cause of homosexual prejudice within the college community. The study, which was published in the journal Social Psychology and Personality Science, found homophobia among college students is based on the fear of being hit on by members of the same sex. Led by Angela G. Pirlott, a psychology professor at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, the research involved...

The date was perfect — a romantic dinner, a walk through the park under the twinkling stars and conversation where you seemed to finish each other’s sentences. But when he dropped you at your apartment, his lingering goodnight kiss progressed into groping below the neck. Being the smart, coy flirt that you are, you giggled, removed his hand from your breast and sweetly said, “Not yet.” Then you gave him one final...

J. and I have had a number of threesomes, both with other men and other women. They've been exciting, they've been sexy, and they've been great relationship-building experiences. Here are a few of the hottest threesome experiences I have had: 1. Our first MFM threesome The summer after we opened up, we had a threesome with Josh. We had been seeing Josh and his fiance, Carly, since we met them in early April at our...

How many sexual partners have you had? How was your last performance in bed? Research from Duke University found people may be overestimating the amount and quality of sex they’re having. For the study, more than 200 subjects were interviewed about how frequently they think about sex and how often they engage in it. For 30 consecutive days, participants assessed their sexual thoughts and activities, rating each...

How many men and women actually hook up on a first date? The numbers might shock you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_R6lhFGckBw

New research finds there may be a mental cost associated with casual sex, at least among U.S. college students, and how it manifests itself appears to be somewhat gender-specific. The study, which was published in The Journal of Sex Research, was conducted across 30 college campuses nationwide, with more than 3,900 students surveyed. Each of the subjects was heterosexual and the survey questions covered their...

Looks like science has found another way to help stunt the aging process. New research shows seniors who continue to be sexually active will appear younger than their actual age. In research lasting more than a decade, Dr. David Weeks, a psychologist at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital in Scotland, surveyed several hundred adults and seniors for the study. He found sexually-active seniors who had 50 percent more sex...

Let’s talk about sex. If you think your girlfriend is boring in bed, there are only three reasons: She’s a bad lover. You’re a bad lover. You’re not compatible. I know you're hoping it's number three. If it is, then be honest with yourself (and her), verbalize the issue and regain your sense of adventure with other people. However, it’s probably numbers one and two. If she’s a bad lover (in your opinion),...

It's true sex with the same person can become routine after a while, but are women more likely to lose interest in sex over time more than men? New research conducted at the University of Guelph in Ontario found women experience a decrease in their interest in sex almost incrementally over the history of a relationship. For the study, sex researchers Sarah Murray and Robin Milhausen surveyed 170 undergraduates of...

Ladies, let’s be honest: Sometimes the sex just isn’t good. So what constitutes good sex? How do you know if it’s just bad chemistry or if it’s you? The good, the bad and the truthful. The definition of good sex is different for every person. Some people like vanilla sex: missionary style and only in bed. There are people like me who will try anything sexual once - twice if we like it! I find most people tend to...

If you smoke pot, does that reveal something about your sexual behaviors? A study has found female college students who smoke marijuana are more likely to “hook up” in their first year at school. Titled "Predictors of Sexual Hookups: A Theory-Based, Prospective Study of First-Year College Women," the study involved repeatedly surveying 483 first-year females about their habits, behaviors and hookups. The study was...