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A handler and his pup during puppy play

December 15, 2024

Puppy Play: A BDSM Subculture 

Researchers explore the psychology behind puppy play and discover why people love pretending to be pups.
Young couple in bed flirting with the idea of mutual masturbation

December 11, 2024

Why Mutual Masturbation Could Be Good for Your Relationship

Far from a substitute, partnered self-pleasure can enhance your intimacy.
Lesbian couple, one is a cancer survivor with scarf on head being kissed on the cheek by her partner

December 4, 2024

Sexuality After Cancer in the LGBTQI Community

It’s time to develop a more inclusive approach to cancer care for gender and sexual minorities.
man comforting female partner

December 1, 2024

Men’s POV on Female Sexual Pain 

What does he think when she winces in pain? Researchers ask men how they feel about their partner’s pain during sex.
lusty young couple making out in nature

November 20, 2024

Rethinking Casual Sex and Commitment 

The depths of human desires may be a lot more nuanced than we imagined.
woman in pegging strap-on harness

November 17, 2024

Is Pegging for You?

Researchers ask couples who love pegging what their experiences are really like— in short, it’s mind-blowing.
A young woman in an orange wig peers through her fingers as she wears black latex gloves

November 13, 2024

How Kinky Are You? Find Out Here! 

Creators of the Kink Orientation Scale aim to advance research in the fields of psychology and sexology.
a young ace spectrum couple embrace in a sweet kiss.

November 10, 2024

Asexual Sexuality: Attraction, Desires & Fantasies  

Researchers ask folks on the ACE spectrum about what they want and what turns them on.
Sad young woman holding a pregnancy test sitting on ground in the bathroom at home

November 6, 2024

Infertility and Anxiety: How Gender and Social Support Shape the Struggle 

Study aims to understand and reduce infertility-related stress and stigma.
Attractive millennial couple in love sitting at the cafe table outdoors, drinking coffee

November 3, 2024

Are Millennials More Sexually Aggressive?

A team of doctors uncover a generational change in sexual aggression motives.
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October 30, 2024

Lesbian, Straight, or Bi: Who’s Most Sexually Satisfied? 

Sexual orientation appears to shape women’s sexual satisfaction in powerful ways.
playful neurodivergent couple feeding each other raspberries

October 27, 2024

Love & Relationships with Neurodivergence 

Research examines how sex education overlooks the needs of neurodivergent folks.
Couple on bed watching laptop

October 24, 2024

How Couples Handle Porn in a Relationship

Learning how couples discuss pornography is key to understanding its impact on relationships.
a throuple laying in bed together

October 20, 2024

Curious About Consensual Non-Monogamy? 

Research explores multi-partner love and relationships.
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October 16, 2024

Why Is Labiaplasty on the Rise?  

Demand for labiaplasty is growing, with over 18,000 procedures performed in the U.S. in 2023—a 67% jump since 2019. 
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October 13, 2024

Gaslighting in Romantic Relationships 

Research reveals the manipulative tactics of gaslighters – love-bombing, isolation, and control.
Older white senior couple kissing in bed

October 9, 2024

What Counts As Sex After 60

In the eyes of older adults, sex isn’t just penetrative—it’s a spectrum of intimate activities.  
women sitting at her table looking stressed with head in her hands.

October 6, 2024

Too Stressed for Sex 

Researchers examine the impact of stress on your intimacy and sex life.
Young couple representing gender and racial diversity hold hands and smile at each other.

October 2, 2024

The Role of Sex Toys in Trans and Nonbinary Sexual Wellness

It’s time for a revolution in sex toy design—where every body and identity finds its fit.
Neon heart in the red light district

September 29, 2024

Millennials, Gen Z, and Sex Work 

Researchers explore the generational gap surrounding sex work – is it still taboo or should it be legal?
Close-up of two people holding hands during group sex therapy for couples

September 25, 2024

Creating ‘Sex Worth Wanting’: How Couples Benefit from Virtual and In-Person Group Therapy 

When it comes to group sex therapy for couples, the method matters more than the medium.  
Couple of baristas working in a coffee shop smiling at each other in a flirty way.

September 22, 2024

I Have a Crush on You 

Crushing on someone outside your relationship? How it might impact your love life and what to do about it.
Two topless young men in masks

September 18, 2024

Why People Practice BDSM Worldwide

BDSM is more than a sexual pursuit—it’s fueled by a variety of motivations that mirror the community’s diversity. 
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September 15, 2024

Why That Memory Still Gives You All the Feels 

Research shows that reliving your best moments and worst fights may change your relationship
senior couple in bed looking into each others' eyes

September 11, 2024

Study Shows Orgasm Gap Persists Across Life Stages 

Scientists explore how age shapes climax rates across gender and sexual orientation.
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September 8, 2024

OCD in the Bedroom 

Explore how obsessive-compulsive disorder can complicate sex and relationships for women.
woman refusing sex with boyfriend in bed

September 4, 2024

What Women’s Sexual Safety Behaviors Reveal About Their Wellbeing 

Do you ever fake orgasms? Use lubricant? Or avoid physical touch from your partner?  
women laying in bed with man on top while she scrolls through her phone

September 1, 2024

“Does This Turn You On?” 

Sexual performance anxiety isn’t a solo struggle, it’s a couple’s problem affecting both men and women.
gay couple tickling each other

August 28, 2024

To Tickle or Be Tickled? That’s the Research Question

To untangle tickling’s complex nature and ties to sexuality, researchers surveyed hundreds of people on their tickle fetish experiences.
Over the shoulder shot of a woman with a stoma bag looking into a mirror in her bedroom in the North East of England. She is taking a selfie on her mobile phone, smiling at her reflection.

August 25, 2024

The Complicated Sex Life of Inflammatory Bowel Disease 

Discover the raw, unfiltered realities of sex, dating, and intimacy with IBD.
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August 21, 2024

Advancing Penile Prosthesis Surgery with 3D-Printing

Enter 3D models, a low-cost, ethical alternative to cadavers for surgical training.
women laying in bed with head in her hands looking distressed

August 18, 2024

Is Your Desire on the Decline? 

Find out how couples reconnect and boost their libido through therapy for sexual interest/arousal disorder.
Collection of different types of sex toys on a green and yellow background.

August 14, 2024

Sex Toy Trends Across 6 European Countries 

Vibrators, dildos, and other sextech devices are now the norm.
Full shot of a young girl lying on her bed with her mobile phone, she is embracing the dog in between her arms. The location is their home located in North East of England in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

August 11, 2024

It’s Time for the Sext Talk 

Sexting and the Smartphone Generation: What do teens really think about sexting and how should parents talk about it?
Cute couple smiling sitting next to each other and embracing

August 7, 2024

Where 27 Types of Love Are Felt in The Body 

Findings advance the science of love by empirically revealing its complex manifestations.
Young couple arguing while having problems in their relationship.

August 4, 2024

How Should You Argue?

Discover the actual science behind better arguments, turning your disagreements into #couplesgoals.
Young man in bed on stomach looking at computer in dark room

July 31, 2024

The Perks of Visiting Adult Cam Sites

A study of thousands of adult cam site viewers reveals benefits linked to mood, sex education, and emotional connection.
Beautiful girl have orgasm

July 28, 2024

What is Sexual Pleasure? 

Researchers set a standard for assessing sexual pleasure – changing the future of sexual health studies.
Doctor holding 3D model of male pelvis

July 24, 2024

Is AI the Key to Better Penis Health? 

Machine-learning platform shows promise in expanding access to sexual health services.
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July 21, 2024

Furry Friends or Furry Fetish?

Discover the real motivations behind the furry community.
couple on a couch with man holding and kissing the woman

July 17, 2024

The Power of Affectionate Touch 

Cuddles and kisses can play significant roles in women’s lives.  
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July 14, 2024

The Boundaries of Webcam Models 

An inside look at how camming models shape their shows through a combination of personal, social, and legal boundaries.
young couple of color hugging

July 10, 2024

How Do We Experience Love? 

Love is hard to describe, making it hard for scientists to measure.  
couple on a boat in the ocean together, sailing.

July 7, 2024

The Best Relationship Advice? Take a Vacation! 

When routine threatens your relationship, a vacation might be the remedy.
woman lying in bed in pleasure

July 3, 2024

Unlocking Female Pleasure: New Study Reveals Key Factors for Sexual Satisfaction 

Findings could lead to better strategies for promoting sexual health and sex education across life stages.
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June 30, 2024

#DebunkingDesire: Social Media for Sex Education 

Using a variety of digital platforms, this 10-month campaign shared scientific information about low sexual desire in women.
Young white couple tickling each other on a couch

June 26, 2024

The Hidden World of Tickling Fetishes

Tickling isn’t just for giggles.  
couple laying in bed kissing each other

June 23, 2024

The Intimate Relationships of Sex Workers 

Explore the main reasons for disclosing their work and how their partners react.
bdsm heterosexual couple wearing black, man holding whip

June 19, 2024

BDSM Partner Preferences: From Serious Lovers to Pick-Up Play 

Relationship dynamics in kink sessions run the gamut.
robot hands holding a pink book about love, it appears like the robot is learning about love.

June 16, 2024

Can AI Predict Divorce? 

Using relationship data, algorithms may predict marital success and failure.
A young African American outdoors at dusk alone

June 12, 2024

Singlehood: How Romantic Goals Shape Wellbeing in Young Adults 

Do you want to be in a relationship? The answer may help predict how happy you are.
1950s style wife cleans around husband and child while husband lounges on a green couch.

June 9, 2024

More Sex, But Less Drive 

Explore sexual desire and frequency in traditional relationships.
two hands hold each other with one holding a butt plug between a ring finger

June 5, 2024

Unlocking Satisfaction: Solo and Partnered Sex Toy Use Across Demographics 

Study unravels the perks of using sex toys alone and with partners.
woman in a white shirt sitting on chair in front of laptop saying hi to the person they are talking to

June 2, 2024

Sex Therapy in the Modern Age

Technology can revolutionize clinical interventions, but attitudes toward innovations may hinder advances.
Kiiroo Onyx and Pearl sex toys

May 31, 2024

Sextech and Wellbeing: Kiiroo Partners with Scientists for a Promising New Study 

Merging industry and academia, a new collaboration is poised to elevate sextech market research.
a group of diverse teens set against a white backround. All seated.

May 26, 2024

What Happens When Teens Use Contraceptives?  

A decade long survey gives insight into the effects of adolescent sexual behaviors and how they impact their future choices.
A vibrant rainbow eruption of colorful powder against a black background.

May 22, 2024

The Orgasm Gap: Exploring Climax Rates Across Racial and Ethnic Groups 

Study launches a deeper exploration into climax rates between heterosexual couples.
man sitting on bed having a video call on laptop while snuggling a pillow

May 19, 2024

Beyond Sex: What You Can Learn from Camming 

The Kinsey Institutes explores what cam models can teach their clients.
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May 15, 2024

Research Explores If Spontaneous Sex Is More Satisfying Than Planned Sex 

Is spontaneity the secret ingredient, or could planning be the key to sexual bliss?
japanese street at night, glowing lights

May 12, 2024

Sex in Japan 

A national survey of 8000 adults gives insight into Japanese sexual behaviors, satisfaction, and wellness.
Mature couple as tourists in city Verona

May 8, 2024

Why We Are Attracted to People Like Us 

Unpacking how our similarities can both unite and divide people.

May 5, 2024

Virtual Reality Erotica – A Potential Tool in Therapy 

A closer look at how women psychologically respond to virtual reality vs. two-dimensional erotica .
pink blindfold a black flogger and handcuffs on a turquoise background

May 1, 2024

A Closer Look at BDSM Practices 

Impact play, rope bondage, and breath control are some of the diverse BDSM activities explored.
group of teens sitting outside in a basketball court

April 28, 2024

How Parental Involvement Lowers Teens’ Sex Risks

A global study on sexual risk prevention.
A vibrant red umbrella standing next to a pile of scientific research papers and books.

April 24, 2024

From Shadows to Spotlight: The Future of Online Sex Work Research 

Lindsay Blewett, Ph.D. candidate, discusses advancing research to benefit sex workers.

April 21, 2024

Bound For Healing 

A look at Shibari’s therapeutic impact.
pink sex toys on a yellow background

April 18, 2024

Sex Toys: Who Owns Them, How Many, and Which Ones?  

European study sheds light on the prevalence of sex toy ownership and popular devices.
two women lay in bed watching a laptop together

April 14, 2024

Can Fan Sites Further Sexual Empowerment?  

Beyond entertainment, new digital platforms are reshaping dialogues on intimacy and sexuality.
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April 12, 2024

Sex Toys: Safety First, Pleasure Always 

Take a closer look at what you’re bringing into the bedroom.
mixed weight couple of color preparing food

April 9, 2024

Love Beyond Size: Study Explores Impact of Fatphobia on Mixed-Weight Couples

Fat stigma doesn’t just harm individuals who are bigger, it also affects their partners.
A young woman with her eyes closed and hair down looks up with a small smile in front of a blue background.

April 3, 2024

The Many Faces of Single Life 

Showcasing the diversity and varied satisfaction levels among unpartnered adults.

March 31, 2024

Sexuality and Contraception During Menopause 

Revolutionizing women’s health: Menopause re-explored.
Sandro Botticelli's Birth of Venus

March 27, 2024

Strands of Attraction: How Women’s Hair Influences Marital Intimacy

Physical traits linked to finding a mate may also keep couples together. 

March 24, 2024

Beyond the Buzz: The Morphology of Sex Toys 

A closer look at the surprising elements that determine sex toy popularity.
BDSM word cut out from red background with sex toys and erotic accessories

March 20, 2024

How People Discover and Explore BDSM

The diverse pathways and demographic trends of BDSM practitioners.
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March 17, 2024

Debunking Myths about Penis Size  

It’s time to reveal the real average.
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March 14, 2024

The Morals Shaping Sex Work Laws in America 

The Internet skyrocketed the growth of the sex industry, but it also triggered a wave of backlash.
love is the only language I speak

March 10, 2024

Rethinking Love Languages 

The surprising lack of evidence for popular relationship advice.
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March 9, 2024

Not Just in It for the Money: A Cam Model Study

Online camming relationships may offer similar perks as in-person ones.
diverse-older-couple-in-embrace

February 29, 2024

Loving with Dementia   

Intimate and sexual health — a paradigm shift in dementia care.
black women using gui system

February 28, 2024

The Future of Fem-Tech Startups

Discover the challenges and triumphs of fem-tech entrepreneurs.
man holding a drawing of a prostate x ray over pelvis

February 27, 2024

Orgasms and Prostate Surgery 

Understanding the sexual health outcomes of prostate treatments.
a young Black woman in a wheelchair wearing white running shoes

February 26, 2024

National Study Spotlights Reproductive Health Barriers for People with Disabilities 

Uncovering the accessibility gap for disabled individuals assigned female at birth.
A explosion of color with the faces of a people of different ethnicities

February 20, 2024

Why Pleasure Matters for Sexual Health 

Prioritizing pleasure increases the likelihood of safer sex practices. 
A small robot made of computer parts give another robot pink flowers

February 11, 2024

AI Could Be Helpful on the Road to Love, says Expert Dr. Helen Fisher

Study reveals the benefits and dealbreakers of using AI to attract someone.
Mixed-race couple in their 30s on a romantic date, both wearing discreet, non-ear-covering EEG headbands. 1200

February 8, 2024

Matchmaking Meets Modern Tech: Could Biometric Wearables Transform Dating?  

Love at first sight isn’t just a fairy tale.
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February 1, 2024

Beyond Valentine’s Day  

The role of therapy in nurturing emotional and sexual intimacy.
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January 30, 2024

Reframing Anal Sex Education for Women

This research aims to enhance sexual health education and services, specifically for young women.
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January 30, 2024

New Study Suggests That Pole Dancing Can Boost Mental Wellbeing and Sexual Confidence 

Beyond its artistic appeal, pole fitness can provide widespread psychological benefits.
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January 16, 2024

Understanding Sexual Wellbeing Through Human Rights and Social Justice 

As social animals, our sexual health and happiness are profoundly influenced by the society and culture around us.
Close-up of a mixed-race lesbian couple in their 40s, one Black and one Caucasian, both wearing VR headsets in an intimate therapy setting.

January 12, 2024

Virtual Reality: The New Frontier of Sex Research and Therapy 

VR in sex therapy could do more than just change the game; it has the power to reinvent it. 
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January 8, 2024

Shaping Attitudes Towards Condom Use 

Pleasure vs. protection: The role of personal motivation in sexual health.
mixed race couple in bathtub

December 27, 2023

Why Sexual Wellbeing Is Ready to Disrupt Public Health

The concept of sexual wellbeing is poised to revolutionize public health on a global scale. 
I am a sex worker sign held up by a woman in a dress

December 14, 2023

Words Matter in Sex Work Research

Words, like ‘prostitution,’ ‘sex work,’ and ‘transactional sex’, can influence societal reactions concerning the trading of sexual services.
Black santa on green background lying down with gift

December 14, 2023

Unwrapping the Santa Fantasy

Forget the milk and cookies — this holiday season, we’re exploring a Santa Kink that’s more naughty than nice.
couple on bed one has a prosthetic arm

December 8, 2023

Technology: The Future of Intimacy and Disability?

From adaptive technologies to emotional connections, intimacy is evolving.
Cheeky young blonde woman in a wheelchair puckers her lips while working on a laptop

December 8, 2023

Empowering Sex Workers with Disabilities 

Technology is revolutionizing sex work, providing new job opportunities to the disabled community. 
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December 8, 2023

Where Pleasure Meets Presence 

Connecting your sexual wellbeing with the science of mindfulness.
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December 8, 2023

How Exercise Could Replace Viagra as a Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction

A study reveals a natural and possibly healthier treatment for ED that doesn’t involve pills.
An image of a sliced grapefruit with water being splashed onto it.

December 8, 2023

Busting Myths on Squirting and Female Ejaculation

A landmark study tackles misconceptions and taboos about squirting thanks to data from a nationally representative US survey.
ChatGPT what is sexual consent

December 7, 2023

What Can ChatGPT Teach Us About Sexual Consent?

In the field of sexual education, a group of scientists view ChatGPT as a potentially more accessible tool to teach about sexual consent. 
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December 7, 2023

When Will Doctors Prescribe Vibrators?  

A journal article is making waves in pelvic floor health research as it dives into the medical literature exploring the benefits of vibrators.