The women were asked if they were pre or post menopausal and then whether they felt sexually satisfied or not.

“We found that women who were sexually dissatisfied had lower well-being and lower vitality. This finding highlights the importance of addressing these areas as an essential part of women’s healthcare, because women may be uncomfortable discussing these issues with their doctor.”

said lead author Dr Sonia Davison, of the Women’s Health Program at Monash University, Australia. The study was published earlier this year in the Journal of Sexual Medicine.

Why do you think this may be? Sexual activity is a normal, healthy human function. A woman who has sexual needs and is having them fulfilled is bound to feel better about things than a woman who isn’t, isn’t she?

While studies like this may seem trivial to some people, it’s actually quite important. If a doctor facing a woman with issues that can’t be identified, it could be that there is something deeper and more personal than most doctors ask about.

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While sex ed has changed a lot over the years, it seems to me that Denmark is way ahead if this YouTube video is any indication. It’s a cartoon but quite graphic, so I’m giving you a warning. It’s not for someone who is uncomfortable with sexuality.

Just click on the TV screen below to watch:

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For the record, penis, testicles, vagina, breasts – heck, even clitoris – are all words that mean something about the human body. Hoo-hoos, boobies, weiner, hose, snake, front bum or whatever you want to make up, are not.

I work with seniors much of the time and I can understand their reluctance to name their body parts, but with younger people, it makes me really wonder. And what makes me wonder even more is what parents think they are doing for their children by not teaching them proper names for their body and not encouraging them to speak properly.

There are dangers to not allowing a child the knowledge of his or her body part names. If a child is ill and in hospital, a nurse may have to explain that they need to put in a urinary catheter or do a physical exam to check for abuse. If a child has been hurt in their “private parts,” it may be very difficult for them to describe what happened and to be understood.

I know not everyone is comfortable with their body – I get that. But what I don’t get is a 30 or 40 year old that can’t say “I have burning in my vagina.”

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Both men and women know how important condoms are. Being on the Pill will prevent pregnancy, but it won’t prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like chlamydia or HIV. The only thing that will prevent that – other than abstention – is a condom. So, what do you do if he doesn’t want to discuss it or is arguing against it? Then it’s time for a Condom Negotiation.

Personally, I think there shouldn’t be a negotiation. It’s use one or no sex. Period. but, if you feel you want to take the time to do some persuading, The American Social Health Association has put this Condom Negotiation page for you. Have a look and see if there’s something that may help you.

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Amazon.com

I’ve not reviewed the book, but Time Magazine interviewed Meston and Buss. In the published Q&A Why Women Have Sex, they discuss turn-ons and turn-offs, surprising reasons to have sex (because they have a headache), sexual economics, and revenge.

Have you read the book? Will you? If you have or will, I’d love to hear your comments about it.

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Four teens, called by a teenage girl who lives in the same home as the woman, burst into the room and a couple of them beat up the man badly enough to require medical attention. However, it seems that he wasn’t assaulting the woman, they were just having sex.

Now, while they did end up hurting someone unjustly and we can’t advocate vigilante justice, I actually think it was great that they were concerned enough to try to help. Mind you, the help would have better to have been calling 9-1-1. But in this day and age when you hear of people turning away when others are being assaulted, well, it goes to show that not everyone does.
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Sperm killers – fact or fiction….

Urban myths and old wives tales are plentiful, especially when it comes to infertility and pregnancy. To help you out on what’s fact or fiction when it comes to the quantity and quality of sperm, ABC has put together this list of 11 Sperm Killing Suspects, covering everything from boxers or briefs to laptops and cellphones.

Food or Sex?

This interesting study from Australia indicates that the majority of men prefer the hamburger over a roll in the sack. Yes, really. Turns out that the old saying ‘the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach’ really is true.

Birth Control Pills and Blood Clots

New research from Europe focusing on oral contraceptives and  blood clots has discovered that some pills are much safer than others. WebMD’s article Which Birth Control Pill Is Safest? provides all the details on this study and their findings.

Want to share?

Men’s Health magazine wants to know How Good Is Your Sex Life? Anyone wanting  to spill the beans on what thrills you (and what disappoints you) – anonymously of course -  just click here to begin answer the survey questions

Take it outdoors!

Forget the old cliché ‘behind closed doors‘. Be a little adventurous this summer and consider these prime outdoor spots for getting busy, plus advice on the best positions in each.

Why have sex: 237 reasons and counting

Two years ago, Texas researchers wanted to go deep inside people’s heads and find out the ‘real’ reasons people have sex. So they asked 2,000 people and ended up with 237 reasons ranging from ‘I was drunk’ to  “I wanted to get closer to God’. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Other reasons included ‘to help fall asleep’ and  ‘to get rid of a headache’ to ‘it seemed like good exercise’ to ‘someone dared me to’. Interesting answers, but I’m pleased to see that the number one reason, for both men and women was: “I was attracted to the person.”

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• Nearly a third perfect our kissing techniques using our hands, which is the highest in the country, while 10% admit they have kissed photographs and posters of sexy celebrities in a bid to up their game.
• A fifth of people have read up on techniques or used the web to improve their puckering up prowess
• Nearly a third of people (31%) admit that they are more likely to have a one night stand with a stranger if they’re a good kisser
• More than quarter of people say they kiss members of the same sex for fun – with a third of men admitting to snogging a male mate during nights out
• Most people experience their first good kiss between the age of 16 and 18. It’s downhill from then on with only 1% of men and women finding their lip nibbling nirvana after the age of 30
• Bad breath is a bigger turn off for women than for men and twice as many women as men cite an overeager “face eater” as the worst type of kisser.
• While only a third of men don’t like a sloppy smacker the number rises to nearly two thirds for women who say they’d rather be left high and dry than face a wet kisser
• A quarter of women prefer eyes shut while men don’t mind as much
  Tender and sensitive kissing is the most favourite type of snog while too much “tonsil tennis” is the least favoured bit of kissing for a fifth of Brits

Now, in case you think that this study was just a bit of light hearted fun, there is a serious side to it. The study was instigated to rasise money for HIV and AIDs awareness and prevention among young people.

The money is being raised through the sale of The Body Shop’s Tantalising Lip Butter. Almost 75% of the price of each sale will be donated to the MTV Staying Alive Foundation charity which is planning this year to award a grant for HIV/Aids awareness projects in the United Kingdom.

Wonder what a similar study would reveal in the United States and New Zealand?

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According to researcher Professor Cirino, of the University of Naples Federico II in Italy, this discovery should make it possible “…in future to develop drugs that either deliver hydrogen sulphide or that control the hydrogen sulphide production.” In other words, create a new Viagra.

Given that this gas is emitted by hot springs and spas around the world, will this mean that places with hot springs will become a drawcard for those with sexual dysfunction? I know one of at least one New Zealand city that hopes it might.

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Find out what works and how with this article Orgasmic Organics: 20 Tasty Aphrodisiacs to Put Sizzle in Your Sex Life over at ecosalon.

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