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Kinsey Confidential 2008

  • Q&A: Reducing Pain During First Time Sex

    The latest Kinsey Confidential podcast addresses fears from a female reader about having vaginal intercourse for the first time and the possibility of pain.

  • Chlamydia Testing: Not Just For Clinics, But Pubs Too!

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    A BBC article highlights an innovative new public health strategy around testing for chlamydia - testing in local bar restrooms!

  • The Bloomington Source: Kinsey-Related Interviews

    Dr. Debby Herbenick highlights some recent interviews with Kinsey Institute staff for local Bloomington online publications.

  • Q&A: Adult Wet Dreams – When Will They Stop?

    A reader asks if wet dreams ever stop after a person reaches adulthood and if they are related to sexual frustration or not.

  • Q&A: Sexual Orientation Confusion

    A male reader is emotionally attracted to females but physically attracted to males and wonders what this means for his sexual orientation.

  • The Brain: A Sexual Organ? Kinsey Institute on Jezebel

    Jennifer Bass praises Jezebel blogger Megan for a nice summary of Kinsey Institute research about the brain - is it really the largest sex organ?

  • Looking For A Good (Gift) Book About Sex?

    Dr. Debby Herbenick gives a recommended reading list of sexuality books perfect for that hard to buy for person on your holiday list.

  • Q&A: Pregnancy And Infection Risk From Lesbian Sex

    A question from a female reader about possible pregnancy and infection risk from sexual contact with another woman

  • Q&A: Having Trouble Ejaculating During Sex

    A male reader new to having sex wonders why he hasn't ejaculated during vaginal intercourse and if something might be wrong with him.

  • Correct Condom Use Video

    We hear about condoms frequently breaking or not working properly, but this is largely due to some people just not knowing how to correctly use them.

  • Q&A: Girlfriend Has No Feeling During Sex

    Dr. Debby answers questions about why a woman might have lessened sensation during vaginal intercourse.

  • “Post-Abortion Syndrome” – Do Abortion And Depression Go Together?

    A new study suggests that abortion does not cause psychological distress, called "post-abortion syndrome" by some in the pro-life community.

  • Talk to Your Partners! This Website Can Help.

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    Ever wish you had a access to some new ways to communicate with your partner? Look no further!

  • Q&A: Why Do Men Watch Porn? Am I Not Good Enough?

    A female reader is frustrated by her partner's use of pornography. Dr. Debby responds with information about porn use to answer her questions.

  • Q&A: Vaginal Size And Stretching From A Large Penis

    A female reader wonders if having a an ex with a large penis will impact her ability to enjoy sex with her new partner, who is not as well endowed.

  • A New (Queer) eHarmony Thanks To Lawsuit

    A new lawsuit opens up online dating site eHarmony.com to individuals looking for same sex partners.

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