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Majority Of Swedish Young Women Report Fluid Sexualities

According to one online survey in Sweden, the majority of young women report being attracted to both women and men.

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Tough Crowd? College Students’ Attitudes Toward Casual Sex

Some young people and scholars have begun celebrating the emergence of the new "hook up" culture. A new study indicates these celebrations may be premature.

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Q&A: I Can’t Orgasm When I Masturbate In Front Of My Boyfriend

Women’s experiences of pleasure and orgasm often change throughout life, in response to pregnancy, birth, health conditions, menopause, stress, and aging. Learning to talk about sexuality and how to...

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Q&A: I Am Interested In The Study Of Sex

If you’re curious about working as a sex researcher, you can approach the study of sex from any number of disciplines including public health, psychology, education, sociology, anthropology, medicine,...

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QA&: I Want To Have Sex But I’m Uncomfortable With My Body

As for body hair, we all have it! Although some women and men prefer to trim or shave some of their body hair, other people live it on. It can feel good to be touched in places that have hair on them...

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The Changing Definition Of Family: Results From A Multiyear Survey

Is there a natural, universal definition of what makes a family? Nope. A new study finds that the definition of "family" varies and changes over time.

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Today Is National Coming Out Day. What Does It Mean To “Come Out”?

October 11 is National Coming Out Day, a day celebrated by lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and gay people, and heterosexual allies. What does coming out mean?

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New Research On Asian And Latino/a Sexual Minorities

The unique experiences of sexual minorities who are racial/ethnic minorities reflects the complicated intersection of race and ethnicity with sexuality.

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Q&A: Sexual Orientation Confusion

I am a 19 year old male. I am mostly attracted to females physically and a little bit emotionally. However, I have a strong attraction to males sexually - but not emotionally. I am so confused, I don't...

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What Is Gender “Non-Conformity”?

Although they are consistent for the majority of people (i.e., feminine women and masculine men), sex and gender are not consistent for a some individuals.

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Q&A: I Don’t Know What Pleases Guys And I Lack Confidence In Bed

One reason I’d recommend asking your partner what he likes in terms of intercourse, oral sex or hand stimulation is because you’re trying to please him –not some hypothetical man you’re reading about...

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What They’re Reading: Shane Vogel

Book recommendations from experts in the fields of sexuality, gender, health, science and relationships

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How I Became A … Sociologist Of Sexualities

Eric contributes to the "How I Became A" series in this discussion of his journey from activism to the academy, focusing on sexual identities among other things.

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Chaz Bono Visits Indiana University (and the Kinsey Institute!)

Chaz Bono -- LGBT activist, author, and former Dancing With The Stars contestant, visited Indiana University, and gave a talk on his life as a transgender man.

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Who Are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Americans?

How many Americans are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender? And, who are they? A recent Gallup/Williams Institute poll gives new insight into LGBT life.

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Being On The “Down Low”: What Does It Mean?

What does the phrase, "down low" or "DL," mean? Eric provides a brief history and summary of the term, and offers commentary on the problems it presents.

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Q&A: My Son Is Struggling With Gender Identity. How Can I Help?

Your son is fortunate to have such a supportive parent who is motivated to identify resources for information as well as support and kindness.

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Q&A: I Am With A Man But Had A Dream With A Woman. Why?

I wouldn’t give your dreams too much weight. In our dreams, all kinds of things are fair game. And dreams are not well understood.

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Q&A: As A Short Man, Am I Expected To Be Submissive or “The Girl?”

I’ve been answering sex questions for more than a decade and it’s rare for me to be asked something brand new. I asked a few colleagues and here’s what I found.

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Do Men Really Want Sex More Than Women?

You may have pondered whether there is stock in this stereotype. Guest blogger Penelope Snow turns to sex research to find the answer.

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