The Rise of Sexual Choking Among Young Adults

November 13, 2024 by Emily Mendelson

A growing body of research has shown a rise in the practice of choking during sexual encounters, particularly among young adults. Much of this work has been conducted by Dr. Debby Herbenick, who is a Provost Professor at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington and Director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion. Her...

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The Rise of Sexual Choking Among Young Adults
Explore Your Monster Fantasies This Halloween
Explore Your Monster Fantasies This Halloween

October 28, 2024 by Emily Mendelson

Last year on the blog, we talked about why Halloween is the perfect time to explore your sexy roleplay fantasies, and how you can embrace those fantasies by being strategic...

Fantasies, Interviews
Behind the Scenes at Lovehoney Group: An Interview With Elisabeth Neumann
Behind the Scenes at Lovehoney Group: An Interview With Elisabeth Neumann

July 17, 2024 by Merissa Prine

When the Sex and Psychology team was in Berlin for our study abroad course earlier this year, we visited the Lovehoney Group for a tour and lecture to learn how...

Interviews, Sex Q&A
Meet the New Managing Editors: Zoe Moscovici
Meet the New Managing Editors: Zoe Moscovici

January 25, 2024 by Merissa Prine

Exciting news: Sex and Psychology is expanding! Join us in extending a warm welcome to Zoe Moscovici, our newest team member. Zoe’s arrival this week marks an important step in...

Interviews
Meet the New Managing Editors: Bethany Lumsdaine
Meet the New Managing Editors: Bethany Lumsdaine

September 13, 2023 by Merissa Prine

Sex and Psychology is expanding! I’m pleased to introduce the latest additions to the team, who will help continue our mission of bringing you science-based sex ed. Next up: Bethany...

Interviews
Meet the New Managing Editors: Merissa Prine
Meet the New Managing Editors: Merissa Prine

September 6, 2023 by Bethany Lumsdaine

Sex and Psychology is expanding! We’re pleased to introduce the latest additions to the team this week and next, who will help continue our mission of bringing you science-based sex...

Interviews
Meet the New Managing Editors: Olivia Adams
Meet the New Managing Editors: Olivia Adams

October 19, 2022 by Emily Mendelson

Sex and Psychology is expanding! I’m pleased to introduce the latest additions to the team, who will help continue our mission of bringing you science-based sex ed. Next up: Olivia...

Interviews
Meet the New Managing Editors: Emily Mendelson
Meet the New Managing Editors: Emily Mendelson

October 12, 2022 by Olivia Adams

Sex and Psychology is expanding! I’m pleased to introduce the latest additions to the team this week and next, who will help continue our mission of bringing you science-based sex...

Interviews
A New Way of Thinking About Sexual Orientation
A New Way of Thinking About Sexual Orientation

May 9, 2022 by Justin Lehmiller

Sexual fantasy, pornography use, and in-person sexual behavior each tell us something unique about our sexuality, which means we can’t just assume that sexual interests in one context, transcend other...

Interviews, LGBTQIA+, Psychology
Pro-Tips From a Sex Podcaster
Pro-Tips From a Sex Podcaster

January 12, 2022 by Justin Lehmiller

In my previous post, I offered a guide on how to start a podcast. Today, I’ll be sharing some of the pro-tips I’ve learned from running the Sex and Psychology...

Interviews, Potpourri
How To Start A (Sex) Podcast
How To Start A (Sex) Podcast

January 10, 2022 by Justin Lehmiller

Since launching the Sex and Psychology Podcast, I’ve received a number of queries from folks who are interested in starting their own shows. Podcasts can be a fantastic educational tool...

Interviews, Potpourri
The World’s First Sex Toy For Persons With Disabilities is Here
The World’s First Sex Toy For Persons With Disabilities is Here

December 6, 2021 by Justin Lehmiller

Sex toys can be a great addition to just about anyone’s sex life because they can add an element of novelty, while also introducing you to new sensations. Sex toys...

Interviews, Potpourri
The Price of Sex in Amsterdam
The Price of Sex in Amsterdam

September 13, 2021 by Justin Lehmiller

One of the topics that we explore extensively in my sex and culture course in Amsterdam is sex work. As part of this course, I give my students the opportunity...

Interviews, Media & Culture
The Stimulating History of Sex Toys
The Stimulating History of Sex Toys

August 9, 2021 by Justin Lehmiller

What is the oldest sex toy in existence? Why were butt plugs once marketed as a cure for asthma? Why is it still illegal to sell sex toys in some...

Interviews
The Importance of Being Good, Giving, and Game in Bed
The Importance of Being Good, Giving, and Game in Bed

June 30, 2021 by Justin Lehmiller

How do you keep passion alive in a long-term relationship and sustain sexual satisfaction over time? This question is at the forefront of Dr. Amy Muise’s program of research. I...

Interviews
The Keys to a Pleasure-Filled Sex Life: Advice From a Sex Therapist
The Keys to a Pleasure-Filled Sex Life: Advice From a Sex Therapist

February 19, 2020 by Justin Lehmiller

We aren’t experiencing as much sexual pleasure as we used to. So what can we do to fix that?Dr. Nan Wise, a cognitive neuroscientist and certified sex therapist, has the...

Interviews

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