Being intimate with your partner is about so much more than having sex. Although having sex is an important part of physical intimacy in a romantic relationship, it is not where physical intimacy should stop or even start. It is … [Read more...] about How to Be Physically Intimate With Your Partner Without Having Sex
How to Be Physically Intimate With Your Partner Without Having Sex
Blazing Through Your Sexual Confidence Crisis: A New Perspective To Treating ED
When it comes to erectile dysfunction, there are a number of ways to treat it—but few address the roots of the issue. By acknowledging and actively reshaping thought patterns, people can regain command over their sexual … [Read more...] about Blazing Through Your Sexual Confidence Crisis: A New Perspective To Treating ED
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Working Towards For A Healthy Sex Life
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
Nocturnal Erections: Pillow Talk From Your Penis
By Elliot Justin, MD, CEO FirmTech, and Judson Brandeis, MD, CEO Affirm Every man enjoys morning wood, and every man should be worried if he has dead wood. These erections have little to do with urinating, instead, they are … [Read more...] about Nocturnal Erections: Pillow Talk From Your Penis
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
Better Erections Without Drugs
Mention older men’s wilting erections, and people immediately think of Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra. Yes, they may help. But fewer than half of men over 50 have tried them, and of those, fewer than half have renewed their … [Read more...] about Better Erections Without Drugs