More than half of women ages 18 to 49 reported masturbating during the previous 90 days. Rates were highest among those 25-29 and progressively lesser in older age groups. (From NSSHB, … Continue reading
I’ve spent a considerable amount of time debating the misogyny inherent in my high heels; the thousands of messages each day that make me choose the carrots over the chocolates; … Continue reading
There is wide variability in what people consider included in “having sex”. In a recent study at The Kinsey Institute, nearly 45% of participants considered performing manual-genital stimulation to be … Continue reading
One time a friend told me he has had eight and a half sexual partners. “What the hell do you mean, half?” I asked, confused and preemptively irritated. “Well, I just … Continue reading
5% of men and 11% of women have never masturbated. (From Janus & Janus, 1993)
At the end of last night I found myself sitting on a courtyard bench with two guys, drinking beers and smoking cigars, very chill, very dude-like. Of these two guys, … Continue reading
At least 5-10% of the U.S. engages in BDSM for sexual pleasure on at least an occasional basis. (From Lowe, 1983)