NCSH in the News
Unlucky In Love? AI Dating Apps Promise to Help You Up Your Game. – CBS News
AI dating tools are becoming popular among singles, especially Gen Z, as a way to improve conversations and boost confidence, though some worry they may reduce authenticity in dating. Research from NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, is featured.
Beyond Weight Loss: 59% of GLP-1 Users Say the Prescription Drug Changed Their Dating Lives – DatingAdvice.com
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are not only helping users lose weight but also boosting dating confidence and activity, especially among men, though their effects on sex and self-image vary widely. A study from NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, is featured.
Gen Z Men Are Turning Against Porn – Newsweek
Many Gen Z men are rejecting online pornography, driven by rising conservatism, concerns about exploitation, and a desire for more ethical sexual norms. Research from NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, is featured.
NCSH’S COLLABORATION WITH AARP: “IN THE MOOD”
NCSH is providing experts for AARP’s advice column, available to AARP members (via a paywall), reaching up to 15 million people monthly. The most recent articles include:
Is It Normal for Private Parts to Change Size as You Age? – AARP
Body parts, including genitals, naturally change size and appearance with age due to hormonal shifts and aging, though some changes may require medical attention. NCSH arranged interviews with Maureen Slattery, William F. Lee, Kathryn Dumas, Gretchen Frey, Evelin Molina Dacker, and Dock G. Winston.
Other News This Week
What to Know About Birth Control if You Get Migraines – TIME
People with migraines that include aura may face a higher stroke risk from estrogen-containing birth control, so doctors recommend discussing safer options based on individual health history.
5 Changes That May Happen to Your Body After Stopping Birth Control – TODAY
Social media misinformation is pushing people to quit birth control, but experts warn that stopping without medical advice can lead to health risks and unexpected changes.
Sugar, Sex and Your Health: The Connection You Might Be Ignoring – CNN
Too much sugar can negatively affect sexual health by disrupting hormones, blood flow, and energy levels, but lifestyle changes or GLP-1 medications may help restore intimacy and improve well-being.
Can the Cinderella Rule Save Your Sex Life? – VICE
Some couples are improving their sex lives by using the “Cinderella Rule,” which sets a nightly cut-off time for intimacy to encourage earlier, more intentional connection and reduce pressure when tired.
Tired Of Swiping? Young Singles Are Hiring Matchmakers Instead – Madamenoire
Burned out by dating apps, more singles—especially Millennials and Gen Z—are turning to pricey matchmaking services for personalized help finding meaningful relationships.
‘Too Much’ Sex? Lena Dunham’s Netflix Show and Our Sex Obsession – USA Today
Lena Dunham’s Netflix comedy Too Much uses constant, boundary-pushing sex talk to challenge societal discomfort with female desire and highlight modern struggles with intimacy and connection.
