Kissing is a frequently overlooked element of sexuality. Also known as smooching, necking, snogging, making out, lip locking, bussing (archaic), and osculation, kissing is rarely mentioned in sexology resources. … [Read more...] about The Mystery Of Kissing
The Mystery Of Kissing
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Sex After A Toxic Relationship
Sex After A Toxic Relationship Q: My last long-term relationship was with a person who could be very manipulative and narcissistic. They had really bad mood swings and I think a lot of the time I used sex, which was at one … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Sex After A Toxic Relationship
Podcast: Sex Addiction Or High Sex Drive?
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the difference between sex addiction and a high sex drive. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: Sex Addiction Or High Sex Drive?
Who Gave Me Herpes?
This is for the person looking for an answer to this question. While on the surface what you may be seeking is just to understand how you got it and when you got it, there are several potential undercurrents of thoughts gathering … [Read more...] about Who Gave Me Herpes?
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Putting In Work In Bed
Who’s On Top Q: Whenever I’ve had sex, most of the time the guy has been on top and I’ve been on the bottom. As a result, they put in most of what I would call the physical part. It’s not like I’m not enthusiastic, and I do … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Putting In Work In Bed
What Can We All Learn From Queer Women’s Critiques Of Heterosexual Sex?
A few blog posts back, I talked about my work comparing queer and straight women’s experiences of unwanted sex. I found that a more diverse range of sexual encounters —with women, men, and non-binary partners—gave queer women … [Read more...] about What Can We All Learn From Queer Women’s Critiques Of Heterosexual Sex?
You Can’t Buy Your Way Out Of Relationship Problems
When I coach men on relationships. I encourage them to be generous and buy gifts for the woman in their lives to make her feel special. An unfortunate situation I have seen too often is where a man thinks the way to help a … [Read more...] about You Can’t Buy Your Way Out Of Relationship Problems
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Getting Hard(er)
Getting Hard(er) Q: Hi Dr. Laurie. I’m in my mid-40s now and I still regularly get erections and have orgasms—yes!—but I’m really not getting as rock hard as I used to when I was younger. Sometimes, I would even put it at 50%. … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Getting Hard(er)
Six Tips For Exploring Your Fantasies
Whether we admit them or not, we all have fantasies. Some are simple, like a mental image or sex act you have always wanted to try. Others may be more elaborate, like a role-playing scene you want to carry out or a particular … [Read more...] about Six Tips For Exploring Your Fantasies
Understanding The Long Term Effects Of Anal Sex
Recently I had a conversation with a middle aged woman who was saying that she is having an issue with soiling herself. When she has to poop, she cannot hold it, and when she sneezes, poop comes out. As a joke, she quipped “all … [Read more...] about Understanding The Long Term Effects Of Anal Sex
Podcast: Understanding Gender Identity
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie talks about understanding gender identity with Dr. Stacy Friedman. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: Understanding Gender Identity
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: How To Know If You’re Sexually Incompatible
How To Know If You’re Sexually Incompatible Q: I’ve been with my fiancée for a few years, and we’re both in our early 30s. We have sex regularly, but she never orgasms from it. Sometimes, she uses a vibrator on her clitoris … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: How To Know If You’re Sexually Incompatible