A new study has found that purity culture beliefs are linked to higher sexual pain and lower marital satisfaction, suggesting these teachings may harm well-being, particularly for women who later deconstruct these beliefs.

The mental state of being present during sex may have benefits that extend beyond the individual. A new study in the journal Mindfulness followed couples daily to explore the interpersonal effects of sexual awareness on their relationships.

The names women use for their anatomy are linked to their well-being. Playful terms were tied to negative body image, while certain informal language used during intimacy was associated with more positive sexual experiences.

A new study suggests that single adults engaging in casual sex often report higher sexual satisfaction and a stronger sense of their own desirability. The findings challenge the idea that casual encounters inherently lead to psychological distress.

Many young women with body art report feeling highly attractive. However, a recent survey shows this aesthetic confidence is not associated with higher sexual functioning or less anxiety about physical appearance during intimacy.

Why do women regret one-night stands more than men? A new study reveals this gap only exists in heterosexual encounters, and it is largely driven by a lack of sexual satisfaction and orgasms for women.

A recent survey of sexual health in the United States shows a mix of encouraging progress and persistent inequities. The findings suggest that focusing strictly on disease prevention leaves many Americans without fulfilling or safe sex lives.

A new study suggests that when teenage daughters use humor during conversations about sex, they tend to experience better sexual well-being. However, a mother's use of humor is actually associated with her daughter being less willing to open up.

New research finds that using sex toys and dating younger partners are associated with less severe menopause symptoms. The study highlights how diverse sexual behaviors and relationship styles intertwine with physical and emotional well-being during this…

Why do so many women reach orgasm more reliably alone, despite partnered orgasms driving satisfaction? The answer points to a few simple shifts that could transform partnered sex. 

Young adults who hold open, favorable views toward specific sexual practices tend to experience higher levels of sexual pleasure, satisfaction, self-esteem, and confidence, suggesting that embracing diverse sexual expression acts as a protective factor for…

The orgasm gap shows up in Italy too: men reported more frequent orgasms than women. Among women, orgasm frequency was more closely tied to sexual satisfaction and oral sex, a new study finds.