The debate over what type of sex education should be offered in public schools has become highly political. However, the debate has become less about what programs are more effective and more about conflicting ideologies. Effectiveness is typically measured by the ability of a program to increase the use of condoms and contraceptives, increase communication …
Continue ReadingThe economics of prostitution.
Here is a FASCINATING review of the economics (and to some degree lifestyle) of prostitution, both the high end and the low end. Prostitution is considered the world’s oldest profession — and yet we truly know so very little about the women who inhabit this world. If you have a few minutes, like economics and …
Continue ReadingDo women hate porn????
A recent post to another blog responded to the question “Why women hate porn” and listed a number of reasons why some women may dislike pornography. This is understandable on some level since a lot of porn suggests things that do not or cannot happen in real life. For example, how am I, a woman, …
Continue ReadingA typical second visit.
A few weeks ago, I posted about a typical first visit here at the Medical Center for Female Sexuality. For some, this may have put you at ease knowing what to expect. So what does a second appointment look like? Depending on what your initial issue is coming into the medical center, a second appointment …
Continue ReadingOn condoms…
There was an interesting conversation the other day on a local radio station, Z100, where they were discussing condoms and the double standard that people apparently still seem to subscribe to. The double standard I am referring to is when men carry condoms, it is acceptable. In fact, it is usually expected that they will …
Continue ReadingA typical first visit…
Women are often nervous when first coming to the Medical Center for Female Sexuality, because they do not know what to expect. As a sexuality counselor, and the second person a patient will meet after the lovely ladies at the reception desk, I will typically explain within the first few minutes what will happen at …
Continue ReadingCohabitation.
Today, more and more adults, both here in the US and in Europe, are choosing to cohabitate, or live together. This may serve as a precursor to marriage, or another alternative to getting married. Though, attitudes towards this practice are becoming increasingly more accepting, some religious groups still advocate against it. It is very common …
Continue ReadingOral sex Saturday’s.
As a positive sexual advocate, I believe it is important for couples to continue having non-intercourse forms of sex. Many times couples still include non-intercourse forms of sex such as massage, using hands on each others genitals and oral sex, but only as a precursor to intercourse, or as “foreplay”. Many people in the sexuality …
Continue ReadingChoosing the right vibrator.
Choosing the right vibrator can be intimidating. Where can I purchase one? Do I have to go into a sex toy shop? What if someone I know sees me there?! I’m not even sure what I want. First off, if you’re reading this then you’ve already decided to try a vibrator. Bravo for you! Either …
Continue ReadingThe importance of vacations.
My mother was my first “sex educator” and spoke to me openly about sex, love, relationships and intimacy. When I started progressing in my academic career, my father became more relaxed and also would share words of wisdom about relationships. One of the many things that stuck in my head from them was the importance …
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