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Size Matters: Perceptions Of Penis Size And Condom Use

Men may be criticized for worrying too much about size. However, penis size and shape can have real effects on sexual health.
Thanks Mom! A Mother’s Day Tribute

In honor of this Mother’s Day, J. Bradley Blankenship recognizes mothers everywhere by sharing a story about his own mom giving him 'the sex talk'.
Q&A: Oral Contraceptives & Sex Drive

It is true that hormonal contraception has been linked with low desire among women.
Q&A: What Are Our Birth Control Options? What About IUDs?

Many couples struggle with finding a birth control option that is right for them in terms of cost, convenience, health issues, side effects, and more.
Using Simulation To Understand STI Transmission

Guest Blogger Emily Nagoski gives a primer on 'agent based modeling' and how it may help to predict STI transmission risk.
Q&A: Why Are Some Women Loud During Sex?

A recent research article suggested that one reason some women make noises during sex may be to enhance their partner’s arousal.
Syphilis: It Still Exists and Infections are Rising

Syphilis still exists and symptoms can be very hard to recognize. So hard in fact, that many people aren’t getting tested and remain undiagnosed.
Q&A I Gave A Lap Dance, Can I Get Pregnant?

There are typically no sperm in pre-ejaculate and as he didn’t actually ejaculate, there were no sperm leaving his body
Full Coverage of Contraception Costs for Insured Employees

The Obama administration recently announced that contraceptives must now be covered by employer-sponsored health insurance plans.
Q&A: Cunnilingus, Fellatio, And Safer Sex

For both cunnilingus and fellatio, there is the risk of passing chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, herpes and most likely even HPV.
Q&A After Sex, Vagina Is Itchy & Puffy

How do you know what’s going on? Aside from checking in with a healthcare provider, you might try experimenting
Q&A: Do Women And Men Received Pleasure From Anal Penetration?

In our recent survey, we found that 45% of women in some age groups had received anal sex, but that doesn’t mean they all received pleasure from it.
Q&A: Are There Adverse Effects To Frequent Masturbation?

Data from the National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior confirmed what previous research has found: most men and most women in the U.S. have masturbated.
Q&A: Losing My Virginity To An Escort Before Finding A Girlfriend

Although some choose to have their first sexual experience with a paid partner, most choose to have their first sexual experiences with a romantic partner.
Q&A: Anal Sex And Long Term Health Concerns

As far as we know, regular anal sex is not likely to damage a person’s anus or rectum or to cause significant health problems.
Common Question Series: “I Can’t Stay Hard With Condoms”

As a sex researcher, I get asked questions about sex all the time. I've documented them and will share the answers with you in this common question series.