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Amber Brooks
Amber Brooks,Editor-in-Chief
Amber Brooks is the Editor-in-Chief at DatingAdvice.com. When she was growing up, her family teased her for being "boy crazy," but she preferred to think of herself as a budding dating and relationship expert. As an English major at the University of Florida, Amber honed her communication skills to write clearly, knowledgeably, and passionately about a variety of subjects. Now with over 1,800 lifestyle articles to her name, Amber brings her tireless wit and relatable experiences to DatingAdvice.com. She has been quoted by the Washington Times, Cosmopolitan, The New York Post, and AskMen, among others.
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Editor:
Lillian Castro
Lillian Castro,Senior Editor
Lillian Guevara-Castro brings more than 30 years of journalism experience to ensure DatingAdvice articles have been edited for overall clarity, accuracy, and reader engagement. She has worked at The Atlanta Journal and Constitution, The Gwinnett Daily News, and The Gainesville Sun covering lifestyle topics.
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Let’s talk about sex, baby! Here you’ll find topics related to sexual intimacy and relationships. Our articles cover how couples can improve their sex lives in a safe and healthy way and how singles can explore sex and dating.
In the words of Lady Danbury, are you taking care of your garden, Violet? Well, if, like Violet, you’re doing a shabby job at it, our experts can help.
In our articles, our experts have open and judgment-free conversations about sexual wellness and how that may look in every stage of dating. Whether you want to learn about sexual boundaries or compatibility, our articles touch on every aspect of the sexual experience.
Learn how prioritizing trust, communication, and understanding can play a role in helping you establish a better sex life.
Our experts have also reviewed various sex apps and platforms that support casual hookups, sexting, and exploration, so you can know what works for you and what doesn’t. The sexual experience is different for everyone, and we cover all fantasies, kinks, and fetishes between consenting adults. Just real talk about real desires.
The Gayly Dose, an LGBT satirical blog started by the hilarious and sharp-tongued @GayManPrblems Twitter account, covers all current pop culture events one laugh at a time. With the blog having an anonymous voice, it is considered to be a "go-to" for everything about love, sex, dating, entertainment and even news.
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Everyone's first gay sexual experience is different. It could be a private chat on a gay hookup site, or it could be a spontaneous makeout session or oral sex with a friend.
People usually say, “I’ve known I was gay my whole life.” This may be true for some, but it doesn’t necessarily happen to every gay guy.
I didn't know I was gay my whole life, per se, but I’ve always known I was different and...
Katie B. has a MPH in health promotion and has plans to complete a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. You can read more about Katie B's journey in an open relationship at sexualityreclaimed.com.
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I have learned to understand and manage my (once extreme) jealousy since my partner and I opened up our relationship, which is why I wanted to provide some information on how to manage jealousy.
Even if you are in a monogamous relationship, it is important to have a handle on how you manage and express your jealousy.
Hopefully these ideas are helpful to you, too.
1. Accept jealousy as a common emotion.
It's...
Mary G. Malia, founder of Gay Girl Dating Coach, is a certified singles coach, strategic intervention coach and author of the book "The Gay Girl’s Guide to Avoid the 14 Dating Traps." She’s known as the leading resource and expert for lesbians who want to move past the barriers to finding love and lasting relationships.
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Wow, that’s a big question isn’t it? It's sort of loaded with nervous tension and excitement.
It really is exciting when you meet a lesbian you are attracted to and she feels the same about you. It just doesn’t happen often enough.
When that chemistry finally shows up, it’s hard not to just jump into bed.
As a dating expert and coach, I don’t tell my clients when they should have sex for the first time.
You are...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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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.
Is the saying “Two’s company, three’s a crowd” really true? Actually, it looks like some Americans think three’s company, too.
According to a study conducted by DatingAdvice.com, 19% of Americans say they’ve had a threesome.
The results...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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How hard a couple works at sexually satisfying each other may help keep their desire burning in the long run.
Conducted at the University of Toronto, a study found couples with a higher motivation toward fulfilling their partner’s needs have higher overall levels of desire from day to day.
Published in the May issue of Social Psychological and Personality Science, the study involved 44 men and women ranging in ages...
Katie B. has a MPH in health promotion and has plans to complete a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. You can read more about Katie B's journey in an open relationship at sexualityreclaimed.com.
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Something everyone wants to know about is sex with more than two people, also known as threesomes and moresomes.
If you are part of a couple and are interested in adding a third (or fourth or more) for some sexual hotness, make sure you are communicating with your partner about your desires and interests.
For a broader discussion about opening up your relationship, see my other related article on that topic.
You...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Can listening to a new song excite you just as much as a sexual encounter?
A study, which was published in the journal Science, found hearing new music activates parts of the brain at levels comparable to those displayed when someone is anticipating sex.
Researchers studied 19 participants, who listened to 60 song excerpts broken down into 30-second clips. MRI scans were performed on the subjects as they listened....
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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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.
Most people remember the scene from “When Harry Met Sally” in which Meg Ryan faked an orgasm in a deli to prove she could make it look like the real thing.
As it turns out, men in real life may be just as good at faking it.
In a sweeping...
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You really like a woman and want to take things to the next level physically, but you're scared to make a move just in case she doesn't feel the same. Guys, has this ever happened to you?
Looking for some adult fun? You'll meet tons of women ready to hook up on NaughtyCharm.
Here are six signs a woman just might want to have sex with you after all!
1. She Comes Over
Generally speaking, we all know...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Similar to how people have long gauged their wealth against the riches of others, a new study suggests there's a correlation between happiness and a self-perceived, better-than-average love life.
Published in the February edition of Social Indicators Research, the findings suggest happiness levels may be linked to feeling more sexually successful than others.
Conducted by Tim Wadsworth, an associate professor of...
Jordan Harbinger is a Wall Street lawyer turned social dynamics expert and coach. He is the owner and co-founder of The Art of Charm, a dating and relationships coaching company.
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“Teen Mom” star Farrah Abraham recently made a sex tape with the reigning king of porn, James Deen.
The sex tape has become a rite of passage for Z-grade television stars, but what about the average dude looking to capture his own sex life on video?
I’m going to cover the ins and outs of getting your girl naked and crazy on camera with you.
1. Bring her into your porn life.
Are you still watching porn alone?...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Sex among girls and boys ages 13 or younger may not be as common as public perception would have you believe.
A study conducted by the Guttmacher Institute in New York found less than 1 percent of women said they were 11 years old the first time they had sex.
Another 1 percent said they were 12 years old when they first had sex and 2 percent said they were 13.
Unfortunately, the majority of sex among the young...
Jordan Harbinger is a Wall Street lawyer turned social dynamics expert and coach. He is the owner and co-founder of The Art of Charm, a dating and relationships coaching company.
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At some point, the threesome became the gold standard for male sexual fantasies. Two beautiful women and you — what’s not to like?
While many men daydream about a fantasy life with two women, fewer are able to bring this dream to fruition.
There are basically three ways a threesome happens:
1. You and your girl add a third wheel
2. You hook up with a couple random strangers
3. You become a third wheel in someone...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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How common is it for the average American man to pay for sex?
A study coming out of the University of Portland found 14% of American men have paid for sex and 1% of those men had done so in the previous year.
What’s more, the study found nothing statistically abnormal about the 14% of men who reported hiring a prostitute at some point in their lives.
However, the study did find common trends among the 1% of men...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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How easy is it to identify the sexual roles of a gay couple? According to a study, all you need is a picture.
Published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior, the study found the average person, whether they’ve had gay sex or not, can easily identify sexual roles between two gay men in a relationship, even based on minimal information.
Researchers asked participants to identify whether a man was the top or bottom in...
Jordan Harbinger is a Wall Street lawyer turned social dynamics expert and coach. He is the owner and co-founder of The Art of Charm, a dating and relationships coaching company.
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As a talk show host and one of the faces of The Art of Charm, I speak to thousands of guys every year, many of whom entrust me with their darkest secrets, demons and insecurities.
One of the most common fears, by FAR, is a woman will not think he's good in bed or he won't be able to please his wife or girlfriend.
Of course, if you're a two-pump chump, can't get it up or think the labia is a country in Africa,...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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According to a University of Michigan study, when gay couples make, and stand by, sexual agreements, they are helping prevent the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases.
However, the study found only 57% of gay couples acknowledge that they have a sexual agreement and nearly half of the couples break their agreement.
Researchers said many men are afraid to admit they broke their agreement, which may...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Let's talk about sex! Want all your sex questions answered? Our 10 Best Sex and Dating Experts can help you out.
These men and women know all the tips and tricks to having a satisfying sex life.
Emily Morse
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Bragging Rights: Practices what she preaches
A sex and relationship...
Known as America's Relationship Expert, Dr. Wendy Walsh is an award-winning television journalist, radio host & podcaster, and the author of three books on relationships and thousands of print and digital articles. More than 1.5 million people follow her sage advice on social media. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and teaches in the Psychology Department at California State University Channel Islands and has been the host of "The Dr. Wendy Walsh Show" on iHeart Radio's KFI AM 640 since 2015. Walsh is also a former Emmy-nominated co-host of "The Doctors," as well as former host of the nationally syndicated show "EXTRA." She was named a Time Magazine Person of the Year in 2017 after speaking out about harassment at a major news network.
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When you’re putting yourself out there on the dating market, it’s important to know your relationship goals.
Do you want a long-term, committed relationship? Are you happy to have a quick fling?
"If you scored high on the long-term strategies,
you likely have a secure attachment style."
No matter your goals, it’s important your relationship goals are in line with your sexual strategies.
The biggest...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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According to a study coming out of the University of Kansas, 28% of men and 67% of women fake orgasms, but they fake it for different reasons.
Researchers studied the sex lives of 281 undergraduates (180 men and 101 women) and found men and women fake orgasms depending on the scenario.
"Men were more likely to fake it when they
were feeling bored or wanted sex to end."
Both men and women are most likely to fake...
Known as America's Relationship Expert, Dr. Wendy Walsh is an award-winning television journalist, radio host & podcaster, and the author of three books on relationships and thousands of print and digital articles. More than 1.5 million people follow her sage advice on social media. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and teaches in the Psychology Department at California State University Channel Islands and has been the host of "The Dr. Wendy Walsh Show" on iHeart Radio's KFI AM 640 since 2015. Walsh is also a former Emmy-nominated co-host of "The Doctors," as well as former host of the nationally syndicated show "EXTRA." She was named a Time Magazine Person of the Year in 2017 after speaking out about harassment at a major news network.
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Reader Question:
I'm a 62-year-old widower. I was married for 31 years. It's now four years after my wife's passing.
I am anxious to begin dating again, but my concern is I was born with a micro penis. I am reluctant to go through the embarrassment and rejection all over again.
Any advice for me?
-Steve (Florida)
Dr. Wendy Walsh's Answer:
Dear Steve,
I know men really, really get concerned about their...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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According to a study published in the Journal of Research in Personality, the more a woman wants sex, the higher she raises her standards when dating.
Coming out of Bar-Ilan University in Israel, the study found women with high sex drives were much more selective about who they’d choose for a short-term relationship than women with low sex drives.
By contrast, men with both high and low sex drives preferred...
Brian holds a doctorate degree in human sexuality from the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, a master’s degree in clinical social work from Western Michigan University, and is a Board Certified Diplomate & Sexologist through the American Board of Sexology. He has been working in the field for more than 33 years as a private practice psychotherapist and runs an international coaching business for gay men that focuses on dating, relationships, and sexuality, and also has experience teaching in higher education. He is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, Relationship Coaching Institute, The International Association of Coaches, and The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists.
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One common gay dating dilemma revolves around whether to have sex on the first date or not.
This has often been a controversial subject among gay men, with opinions being split right down the middle.
There’s not necessarily a right or wrong answer, as these types of scenarios are rarely ever black and white.
The decision to “hit the sheets” after having a superb first date before the night is over is a personal...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Does building a great body naturally lead to a great sex life? According to an interesting study, your level of fitness and your body image play a big role in how satisfied you feel between the sheets.
The study, which was published in the Electronic Journal of Human Sexuality, found fitness level and body image account for 44% of women's and 21% of men's sexual confidence and satisfaction.
While both men and women...
What makes me an expert on gay dating? I'm 38 years old and I've enjoyed having healthy sexual relationships with many men for most of my life. I have a wealth of knowledge to share with everyone, so check out www.charlieballard.blogspot.com.
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So you're feeling pressured to have sex in the gay world? Here are some things to consider:
Being picky
Delaying the game
"Will he call me tomorrow if I give him the goods?"
"Will I get labeled a 'ho' if anyone finds out?"
In the gay dating world, the pressure to have sex is very high.
Gay men don't play around and will tell you right away what they want. If you don't give it to them, then they'll find...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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How much do Facebook “Likes” reveal about a person?
Researchers at the University of Cambridge found they were able to determine a user's sexual orientation, gender, intelligence quotient, political and religious beliefs, and substance use with 80% accuracy.
The study reviewed 55,814 user “Likes” and used this data to make startlingly accurate predictions about each user’s personality traits and personal...
Known as America's Relationship Expert, Dr. Wendy Walsh is an award-winning television journalist, radio host & podcaster, and the author of three books on relationships and thousands of print and digital articles. More than 1.5 million people follow her sage advice on social media. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and teaches in the Psychology Department at California State University Channel Islands and has been the host of "The Dr. Wendy Walsh Show" on iHeart Radio's KFI AM 640 since 2015. Walsh is also a former Emmy-nominated co-host of "The Doctors," as well as former host of the nationally syndicated show "EXTRA." She was named a Time Magazine Person of the Year in 2017 after speaking out about harassment at a major news network.
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Reader Question:
I have liked this guy since September. We hooked up once on a random night but continued talking.
I partied with him and his best friend who I ended up hooking up with because the guy I like was acting so cold. Now I'm killing myself thinking I ruined everything.
Should I apologize?
-Chanel (Calgary)
Dr. Wendy Walsh's Answer:
Dear Chanel,
Darling girl, you can’t take back a...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Research found having children can negatively impact a couple's relationship, especially a couple’s sex life.
The study found four out of 10 new mothers and fathers find their partner less attractive after having children, while more than 60% of couples stated they had more fights and less sex after childbirth.
After having children, 28% of couples reported having sex once a month, 5 percent reported having sex...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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How common is hooking up among college and high school students?
According to research studies, 60 to 80 percent of American college students and 61 percent of sexually active high school students have had some sort of hookup experience.
The research, which is soon to be published in the book "The End of Sex: How Hookup Culture is Leaving a Generation Unhappy, Sexually Unfulfilled, and Confused About Intimacy,"...
C. Price is part of DatingAdvice.com's content team. She writes advice articles, how-to guides, and studies — all relating to dating, relationships, love, sex, and more.
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Can daily sex make you smarter?
That depends on how long you’ve been with your partner, according to a study coming out of the University of Pavia in Italy.
The study found daily sex increased nerve growth in the brain, which is linked to both increased memory and increased mental alertness.
Researchers also found individuals who were in new relationships where they recently fell in love with their partners...
Amber Brooks is the Editor-in-Chief at DatingAdvice.com. When she was growing up, her family teased her for being "boy crazy," but she preferred to think of herself as a budding dating and relationship expert. As an English major at the University of Florida, Amber honed her communication skills to write clearly, knowledgeably, and passionately about a variety of subjects. Now with over 1,800 lifestyle articles to her name, Amber brings her tireless wit and relatable experiences to DatingAdvice.com. She has been quoted by the Washington Times, Cosmopolitan, The New York Post, and AskMen, among others.