Sex

Sex seems to be everywhere – in films and TV, on the pages of your favourite magazine, in the lyrics of your most-loved songs. Then there’s the peer pressure from your friends, from your boyfriend or your girlfriend, not just to talk about…

The risk of contracting a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) is growing as cases in the UK continue to rise. Common STIs include Chlamydia, genital warts, herpes, syphilis and gonorrhoea and the 16-24 age group currently accounts for more…

It’s a common myth that men never turn down sexual advances from women, but there are cases where the opposite is true. In fact, some men are so desperate to turn down these advances that they become incredibly angry at the thought of…

Miscommunication between men and women often stems from the fact that many people, particularly men, equate sex with romance. If their sex life is adequate, they believe everything else is fine, but this isn’t always the case. Furthermore,…

We’ve long heard of female queries regarding sex and it's many surrounding topics, but rarely do we hear what men have to say on the matter. Men, it seems, have just as many questions and worries about sex, from what they look like to the…

Establishing boundaries is essential in any relationship. You should always be able to tell a partner “no” when it comes to sex or any kind of physical intimacy and know he or she will accept what you say. You should never feel…

There are various reasons to talk to your child about sex, most importantly to help them develop a healthy outlook on the matter so that they can grow up being able to communicate openly on the subject when they’re older. Many parents fear…

Talking to your teenager about the subject of sex can be daunting and a tricky conversation to navigate. It doesn’t have to be a scary subject to bring up though, and the easier the communication is between you, the more likely it is that…

At some stage or another, your child will start asking questions about sex and they’ll want answers. There’s never a bad time to start broaching the subject of sex so now’s as good a time as any to start educating your child on the body,…

There is no escaping the fact that if you are an obese man, you are much more likely to be suffering from health concerns such as metabolic syndrome. This can affect your wellness in so many ways, including having an impact on your…

Money, it seems, can’t buy you love but it might be able to buy you great sex - recent research suggests that socioeconomic factors correlate directly with a higher level of sexual satisfaction. This amazing result comes from research by…

As a parent, it’s vital that you keep your teenager safe from the risk of sexually transmitted diseases and unplanned pregnancies – simply ensuring that they’re aware of the issues relating to sex is one way of doing this. There’s a wealth…

The contraception you use will depend on a number of factors, particularly your health and your current lifestyle. With 15 different methods of contraception to select from, you need to be fully informed about the one you choose to…

A contraceptive implant is a long-term solution for women who want to protect themselves against unwanted pregnancy. The implant lasts up to three years but can be removed at any time if you change your mind about using it, making it a…

If you’ve lost your sexual desire recently, you are not alone. As many as 30 percent of women in America alone suffer from low sexual desire. This can cause problems between partners, and subsequently to problems with self-esteem, wellness…

If you’re in a long-term relationship, you may have found your sex life bearing the brunt of your familiarity and comfort levels. It can be difficult sometimes to make sex exciting and passionate when you spend all of your time with…

What type of contraception you choose will depend on a number of factors and with 15 different methods to select from, you find you use more than one method over time. This is likely to depend on your circumstances at the time and also on…

There are more myths, half-truths and downright lies about sex than probably any other subject around. And when you’re a teenager inexperienced in sex, you need to separate the facts from the fiction. So here are 7 myths about sex busted…

Some women love sex more regularly than others, and the tricks they use to make sex more exciting thrill their partners. Whether they’re up for sex or not really feeling it, they still make the most of the opportunity to experiment and…

Carrie Bradshaw did it, sexual researchers have done it, and now you can do it. ‘It’ refers to sex classes to improve your skills on everything from hand jobs to erotic massage. In today’s sexual revolution, grown-up sex education is…

Everyone knows the benefits to regular exercise, from helping you to lose weight and lowering your risk of certain health conditions, but did you know that it can also benefit you sexually? Being fitter and healthier can obviously help you…

Sexual positions refer to the different ways in which couples position themselves physically during sexual intercourse. Popular myth suggests that the man on top style of sex was the only normal and acceptable position, but there are so…

When people think about sexual wellness issues, such as STIs and STDs, they usually think about issues related to their wellbeing following on from vaginal intercourse or oral sex. It is true that most STDs are transmitted in this way, but…

When sexual pleasure becomes painful, it is known as female sexual arousal disorder. This affects the wellness and wellbeing of thousands of women every year. Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD) is defined as the recurrent or persistent…

It may surprise younger people to learn this, but sexual wellness and wellbeing can be just as strong in the over 60s as in the under 30s. There is no rule that says that when you get to a certain age you have to stop having sex, and recent…

The withdrawal method, or coitus interruptus as it is properly known, is a method of contraception. A commonly understood sexual term, the name means pulling the penis out of the vagina before ejaculation, to prevent unwanted pregnancies…

Kegel exercises are important as they improve the general wellness and wellbeing of your pelvic muscles, bit did you know they can actually heighten sexual arousal too? These exercises are muscle movements which women are…

The media often links the idea of lower weight leading to greater sexual prowess, but is this actually the case? In truth, whilst beauty is very much in the eye of the beholder, there is a strong correlation between weight loss and sexual…

Regardless of your gender, tears can have a powerful effect on you. Everyone knows that they can spark reactions of sympathy, sadness and caring, but did you know they can affect your sexual wellness and wellbeing? When it…

Cancer patients are the first people to admit that uncertainty of side effects, both during and after treatment, is one of the most difficult things to cope with. Medical teams specify the timing of hair loss, the ways to cope with nausea…