The most common sexual problems that women experience center around low sexual desire and/or difficulty becoming aroused, formally known as female sexual interest/arousal disorder. In today’s show, we’re doing a deep dive into what this disorder looks like, where it comes from, and why it seems so hard for women to access treatment for it.
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Episode 546: When Polyamory Becomes Toxic
Polyamory is sometimes described as a more “evolved” approach to relationships, built around radical honesty, open communication, and personal autonomy. This can create the impression that polyamorous relationships are somehow immune to the problems that plague other relationship ... Show More
28m 55s
Oct 16
Episode 545: A Couples' Guide To Exploring Fetishes
Disclosing a fetish to a partner can feel incredibly vulnerable. You might worry about being judged, rejected, or misunderstood. But keeping your desires hidden can create challenges, too. So when and how should you bring up a fetish? And what happens if your partner doesn't shar ... Show More
33m 26s
Oct 13
Episode 544: Where Do Fetishes Come From?
Why are some people sexually aroused by things like balloons, orthopedic casts, or even sneezing—things that most people don’t see as sexual at all? Fetishes can develop around an astonishing range of objects, body parts, and sensations. In this episode, we’re going to explore th ... Show More
35m 52s
Jul 2023
EP344 - Breaking Bedroom Barriers: A Guide to Sexual Communication
Welcome to episode 344 of Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Melanie Curtin. In this episode, we discuss her study on sex problems and experiences with 3000 participants, highlighted the top issues faced by both men and women in their sex lives. For women, ... Show More
46m 47s
Feb 2013
SWE- Recharging Women's Sex Drive
43% of women experience low libido. Whether it's menopause, stress, anti-depressants, medical problems or something else, women often blame themselves for their slumping sex drive. Emily talks with Rachel Braun Scherl, President of Semprae Laboratories (the creators of the revolu ... Show More
23m 13s
Nov 2016
Make Your Libido Great Again
Sexual desire: it isn’t the simplest code to crack, nor the easiest engine to rev. But if there were a way to make it a mainstay in the bedroom, it would surely have our vote! On today’s show, Emily is tackling the common problem of decreased sexual desire with the help of Dr. Le ... Show More
56m 23s
Apr 2023
596. Fantasies, Sexual Misconceptions and Pleasure with Dr. Jolene Brighten
Is not getting your period normal? Do women have a lower sex drive than men? Should your first time hurt? It’s time to bust all of the misconceptions related to women’s health, hormones and sex with Dr. Jolene Brighten, a hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in ... Show More
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