Promoting sexual health is integral to overall well-being, as outlined in the Declaration for Sexual Rights by the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS, 2014). This statement underscores the importance of viewing sexuality holistically, encompassing physical, emotional, mental, and social
Tips for a Healthier Sex Life This Valentine’s Day
Ah, Valentine’s Day—the time for love, romance, and thoughtful gestures. While bouquets and chocolates are classic, this Valentine’s Day presents an opportunity to contribute to your relationship uniquely: by nurturing a healthier and more fulfilling sex life.
But what
Love and Desire according to your Personality Type (Thomas Erikson’s model).
To understand the intricate and diverse world of human connections, we often need to explore the depths of our personalities. Thomas Erikson’s adaptation of the DISC theory offers an intriguing framework to understand this complexity. Erikson provides a window for
Myth Busting: Vaginismus
What is Vaginismus?
Vaginismus is a reaction of fear, to having anything penetrate the vagina. It is caused by the tightening of the vaginal muscles and pain may be experienced during penetration. This interferes with sexual intercourse, not by inhibiting
Does a Low Sex Drive Make Me Less of a Man?
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