Discordant relationships in the herpes community are common. According to the 2021 HSV survey conducted by Something Positive for Positive People, a 501c3 non profit dedicated to connecting people navigating herpes stigma to … [Read more...] about Five Things To Ask Yourself Before Dating Someone With Herpes
Five Things To Ask Yourself Before Dating Someone With Herpes
Unveiling Boundaries: Navigating Monogamy To Swinger Dynamics
Opening a monogamous relationship to a swinger dynamic can be an exciting and transformative journey for couples seeking to explore ethical non-monogamy. However, before embarking on this path, it is crucial to establish clear … [Read more...] about Unveiling Boundaries: Navigating Monogamy To Swinger Dynamics
Podcast: The Dark Side Of Swinging
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the dark side of swinging with expert Lexi Sylver. 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 Dark Side Of Swinging
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Building Confidence After 50
Building Confidence Q: Hi. I’m a woman in my 60's and I’ve been divorced for a few years. I’ve had a couple of great relationships in that time and one not-so-good one that I am in the process of getting over. Like many people … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Building Confidence After 50
Protecting Trans Youth: Debunking Myths About Gender Affirming Care
By Jessica Weissman and Jessie Ford When it comes to gender and sexuality, we believe it is important to take an affirming, positive, and holistic approach. This means understanding that identities and attractions are diverse, … [Read more...] about Protecting Trans Youth: Debunking Myths About Gender Affirming Care
The Antidepressant LEAST Likely To Cause Sex Problems
Depression is a very common illness. It’s also potentially fatal. It’s the top risk factor for suicide. Antidepressants usually help, but they often cause distressing sexual side effects: loss of libido, arousal and erection … [Read more...] about The Antidepressant LEAST Likely To Cause Sex Problems
Podcast: Perfecting Masturbation
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses how to perfect your masturbation routine with Niki Davis-Fainbloom. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: Perfecting Masturbation
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Leaving The Past Behind
Leaving The Past In The Past Q: I recently started dating again after getting out of a long relationship. So long, in fact, that it was my only relationship. It ended poorly and it’s definitely not something I’m going to talk … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Leaving The Past Behind
Mindful Masturbation
I’m going to be real with you: my masturbation routine is not always glamorous. I’ve touched myself on my unmade bed with Six Feet Under playing in the background, not because death turns me on, but because I just happened to be … [Read more...] about Mindful Masturbation
Podcast: The White Lies We Tell
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the shades of honesty and the white lies we all tell. 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 White Lies We Tell
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Fighting In Relationships
Fighting Styles Q: I’ve reached an impasse in my relationship and I finally realized what the problem is—but I don’t know how to fix it, or whether I should. I tried to avoid fighting in relationships. When I used to fight with … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Fighting In Relationships
Getting Him To Make Plans
“Hi Stephanie. It’s Mark. Would you like to go out Saturday night?” “Yes, I would. What did you have in mind?” “I don’t know. What would you like to do?” When I speak at singles events, I ask women, “Put up your hand if a … [Read more...] about Getting Him To Make Plans