I hear a lot about dry spells and sexless relationships from my clients as a couples therapist. But when I dig a little deeper, it’s not always the sex act that these couples are seeking. More than ...

The use of sexual violence as a weapon in conflict is as old as the Bible – Deuteronomy 21 states that a victor in battle who "hast a desire" for a "beautiful woman" among the captives can "bring her ...

Some people travel to relax. Others travel to see new places and explore the world. It turns out a growing number of travelers also are hitting the road to get more comfortable with their existence as ...

Sexual repression refers to the conscious or unconscious suppression of sexual desires, thoughts, behaviors, or expressions. Repression of sexual desire may stem from cultural norms, including those ...

Time perceptions can both enhance and diminish sexual desire in relationships. A 2023 study found that when it comes to sexual desire and satisfaction, how long it feels it has been since your last ...

Has it come time to ask whom you are dating the body count question—namely how many sexual partners have each of you have had? Well, a study recently published in Scientific Reports sheds some light ...

Jennifer Power receives funding from the Australian Research Council and the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care. Sexual consent is about good communication between sexual partners before ...

Sexual dysfunction refers to persistent physical issues, psychological problems, or both that prevent someone from engaging in sexual activities. It can affect any phase of the sexual response cycle, ...

Research on adults who take S.S.R.I.s shows they tamp down sexual desire. Why aren’t we studying what that could mean for adolescents who take them? Credit...Photo illustration by The New York Times ...