Sex Therapy Q: I have a pretty normal sex life. I’ve had good relationships and I’ve enjoyed sex, and oral sex, and even anal sex once or twice. I want to make my partner happy and I’ve rarely had trouble reaching orgasm, … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Working Towards For A Healthy Sex Life
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Are Break-Ups Contagious?
When Michael’s wife Sophia started spending a lot of time with her friend Eleanor who was going through a divorce, he thought his wife was being supportive to a friend who was going through a difficult time—it was a kind thing for … [Read more...] about Are Break-Ups Contagious?
Podcast: The Curse Of The Big “D”
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses "the curse of the big dick." 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 Curse Of The Big “D”
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: When Does It Go Too Far?
When Does It Go Too Far? Q: Lately it seems like my sex drive is out of control. I’ve always been a pretty frequent masturbator, but recently I will go days without sex, and then go into being so horny that it’s actually like a … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: When Does It Go Too Far?
Just Diagnosed With Herpes—Should I Only Date People Who Have It Too?
When someone is newly diagnosed with a health condition that is contagious, I think it’s normal to have the thought of “nobody wants this.” I think about COVID, a cold, the flu, etc. The thing about those is that they take you out … [Read more...] about Just Diagnosed With Herpes—Should I Only Date People Who Have It Too?
Coping With Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria In The Swinger Lifestyle
Within the swinger lifestyle, where consensual non-monogamy is embraced, the impact of rejection can have a profound effect on individuals and their relationships. One psychological phenomenon that significantly influences how … [Read more...] about Coping With Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria In The Swinger Lifestyle
Dating And Hookup Culture In Modern Relationships
Have committed relationships been replaced by casual sexual encounters also known as “hookups?” Love, while desired by some, is being put on hold or seen as impossible for others. Old-fashioned dating seems to have fallen by the … [Read more...] about Dating And Hookup Culture In Modern Relationships
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Dealing With Sexual Pain
Male Sexual Pain Q: When I get an erection, it goes pretty much straight up, like against my belly. And it gets very hard (what a burden, right). The problem is, to jerk off or have sex in pretty much any other position, I need … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Dealing With Sexual Pain
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Love On The Brain
Dealing with Jealousy Q: I have a jealous streak and I’m worried that it’s going to ruin my relationship. I came across my boyfriend’s porn history on his computer while I was using it to print a paper, and it made me feel ill. … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Love On The Brain
Podcast: Dealing With Desire Discrepancies
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the dealing with desire discrepancies with Dr. Batsheva Marcus. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: Dealing With Desire Discrepancies
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Wanting More
Wanting More Q: I’ve been with my girlfriend for nearly a decade and we’re in our mid-30s. In the last couple of years, our sex life has really fallen off and we don’t have sex as much as we used to. On top of that, it’s all … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Wanting More
Put A Ring On It: One Toy To Change Sex For Men
By Elliot Justin, MD, and Judson Brandeis, MD. Beyond “rock hard,” there is “cock ring hard.” Nothing can get a man harder than an effective cock ring. The most skilled fingers, mouths, vaginas, and anuses can’t trap blood in the … [Read more...] about Put A Ring On It: One Toy To Change Sex For Men