On March 23, 2013, I woke up with body aches, chills, and a fever. And when I wrote that sentence, it was March 23, 2025. Here I am a week later, and I’m in such a different place than I was when I sat down to write about … [Read more...] about 12 Reflections From 12 Years With Herpes
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ADHD And Its Effect On Sex And Relationships
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects how a person thinks, behaves, and feels, primarily causing problems with focus, activity levels, and impulse control (American Psychiatric Association, … [Read more...] about ADHD And Its Effect On Sex And Relationships
Podcast: “Mate Poaching”
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the subject of "mate poaching." You'll also hear answers to listener-submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: “Mate Poaching”
Sex & Performance Anxiety In 2025
Performance anxiety is hitting harder than ever, and it’s something a lot of men are quietly dealing with. Let’s face it—modern life isn’t doing us any favors and many men are having less sex and feeling less confident in the … [Read more...] about Sex & Performance Anxiety In 2025
Tinder Fatigue
So many people these days are expressing their disappointment and frustration with the whole dating scene, especially when it comes to using dating apps. “Tinder fatigue” is the general term now being used to refer to the feeling … [Read more...] about Tinder Fatigue
Podcast: The Orgasm Gap
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the orgasm gap. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: The Orgasm Gap
Post-Sex Blues
Over the years, I have received questions, mostly from women, who are confused by the flood of emotions they experience after sex. Usually I hear something like “After sex, I cry. The sex was great and I feel good with my partner, … [Read more...] about Post-Sex Blues
A Medicine For Anger At Your Ex Or Yourself: Forgiveness
Break-ups can be painful. They can and often do create feelings of anger toward the ex or toward yourself—anger that can last for years. If anger at an ex and at ourselves makes us realize that we need to change and grow and … [Read more...] about A Medicine For Anger At Your Ex Or Yourself: Forgiveness
The 3 Biggest Mistakes Killing Your Sex Life (And How To Fix Them)
Keeping the “spark” alive in your sex life is a challenging and continuous practice in long-term relationships, unfortunately it’s not something everyone knows they have to work on, or even know how to work on it, and up to 75% of … [Read more...] about The 3 Biggest Mistakes Killing Your Sex Life (And How To Fix Them)
Why Should We Be Talking About Pain During Sex?
By Isabella Wegner and Jessie Ford No one should feel they need to hide their pain. Then why is this typical during sex? The experience of pain with sex goes beyond simple biology, as it is also influenced by social and … [Read more...] about Why Should We Be Talking About Pain During Sex?
The Secrets To Giving Fabulous Fellatio
While some women dislike providing oral sex, most enjoy it. But few women relish having their heads held firmly while men push erections down their throats. That makes most women gag and feel used. But when women retain control, … [Read more...] about The Secrets To Giving Fabulous Fellatio
Navigating The Swinging Lifestyle During Perimenopause & Menopause
Have you ever wondered how perimenopause and menopause affect the swinging lifestyle? … [Read more...] about Navigating The Swinging Lifestyle During Perimenopause & Menopause