sex

Was it good for you? Yes, as long as we're doing it at least once a week.

Is Sex Once A Week Enough For A Happy Relationship?

12:37pm November 18, 2015

by Nancy Shute

A study of thousands of people, most in committed relationships, finds that having sex about once a week correlates best with happiness and well-being. More didn't turn out to be better.

When drink enters the picture, first sexual experiences tend to be riskier and less wanted.

Drinking Makes Teens' First Sexual Experience Riskier, Less Satisfying

4:23pm October 16, 2015

by Nancy Shute

When drinking is part of the picture, young women are more apt to say their first sexual experience was coerced, and that it wasn't planned with a romantic partner in an ongoing relationship.

DiShan Washington is the author of several books of Christian erotica, as well as a film called Let's Get It On.

Pastor's Daughter Taps Into The 'Spicy Stuff' To Help Save Marriages

9:35am July 19, 2015

by NPR Staff

DiShan Washington, former wife of a pastor, is a writer of what she calls "Christian erotica." She talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about trying to help Christians approach sex with a more open mind.

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Female Libido Pill Fires Up Debate About Women And Sex

8:35am February 19, 2015

by Rob Stein

Is the FDA being sexist or appropriately cautious in requiring stringent evidence that the latest pill works and is safe? Women's advocacy groups aren't sure.

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