The typical representation of a ‘manly man’ is one that has a high sex drive and is basically horny all the time. In reality, some men have low sex drives and can go a significant amount of time without thinking
How can I tell my partner they don’t make me orgasm?
The pursuit of sexual pleasure is a natural and normal part of human sexuality, as well as a key motivating factor in sexual activity. Thus, there is nothing wrong with wanting to experience orgasms, as it is a natural part
The Mind vs Body Dilemma: Sexual Dysfunctions
“Sex is complicated” – Irwin Goldstein, MD
Sex, eating and sleeping are seen as the most basic drives in humans. When those are not functioning, it can impact the quality of life immensely. Sexual behaviour is, against common belief, a
Why having sex during menstruation should not be such a big deal
In a woman’s life, menstruation is a natural biological process that typically occurs every 28 days. In this timeframe woman usually have less sex then in a time without their period. Why is that?
Stigma Surrounding Menstruation
There is a
Is work affecting your sex life?
Whether we are physicians, engineers, corporate executives, or psychologists, work is a significant component of human lives. Work and the baggage it carries may have an impact on many areas of our lives, whether we are aware of it or
Libido: A Psychoanalytic Approach
Libido, derived from Latin for desire and lust, was first introduced as a concept by Sigmund Freud (1856-1939). In his psychoanalytic theory, Freud proposed that life drive (Eros) is opposed by the self-destructive death instinct (Thanatos), the interaction of which
Sex and gender; Do males and females experience sex differently?
It is quite possible that this is a question you have asked yourself a couple of times or it might be an intriguing topic of discussion between you and your friends. Having both male and female friends, I often noticed
Sex and Intimacy: The Disorganised Attachment
Do you ever struggle with feeling trapped in your relationship and as a result keeping your partner at a distance? But do you also tend to cling to your partner when you feel rejected? Then this might have to do
Pornography: Oppressive or Liberating?
Pornography is a heavily discussed topic: While some perceive porn as sinful, others see it as a means for sexual education to learn about pleasure and sexual fantasies.
Watching porn online has become popular in recent years. Sex sells.
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Exploring Your Erotic Blueprint
Have you ever given much thought about what it is that turns you on? Do you know what your erotic blueprint is? The concept of The Erotic Blueprint was developed by a somatic sexologist named Jaiya, after years of studying