NCSH in the News
As Cornell Rape Case Fuels Conversation About Sexual Violence on Campus, Experts Share How Survivors Can Find Help – People
College students have multiple options for seeking support after an act of sexual violence, including Title IX reporting, law enforcement, campus resources, and confidential sexual assault hotlines. The National Sexual Violence Resource Center, an NCSH member, is featured.
Gird Your Loins: The Wank Recession Is (Apparently) Here – Cosmopolitan
A survey from the Kinsey Institute, an NCSH member, found that 36% of Gen Z young adults, including 42% of women, had not masturbated in the past three months despite most reporting sexual desire. Experts suggest that stigma, stress, lack of privacy, and misinformation may influence these habits.
AARP’S “IN THE MOOD” SERIES
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:
My Aging Body Can’t Compete With the Porn My Husband Watches – AARP
Comparing aging bodies to pornography can undermine sexual confidence. Experts recommend embracing body changes, communicating with partners, and prioritizing intimacy over appearance. NCSH arranged interviews with Rebecca Hartman, Sari Cooper, and Allison Kent.
Other News This Week
Is ‘Sexually Transmitted Diarrhea’ A Thing? Explaining Shigella Illness – USA Today
Shigellosis, a highly contagious diarrheal infection that can spread through sexual contact, is drawing renewed attention due to increasing antibiotic resistance.
Scientists Studied 1 Million Women Before Menopause—One Pattern Stood Out – Newsweek
A study of more than 1 million women found that menopause may trigger abrupt changes across multiple body systems, including bone health, liver and kidney function, and cardiovascular risk factors.
Most Large U.S. College Campuses Report At Least 2 Sexual Assaults A Year. Experts Say the Data Undercounts Victimization. – CBS News
A new analysis found that more than 45,000 incidents of sexual violence were reported to U.S. colleges and universities between 2019 and 2024, though experts say the actual number is much higher due to widespread underreporting.
No Need for All Men to Worry About Declining Sperm Counts. An Expert Explains – CNN
Research suggests sperm counts may be declining globally, but findings are mixed, and lower sperm counts do not necessarily indicate infertility.
Should Men Be Required to Take Contraceptives If Their Partner Prefers It? – Men’s Journal
Emerging reversible male contraceptives could help make pregnancy prevention a more shared responsibility between partners. Experts emphasize that contraceptive decisions should prioritize individual choice, open communication, and equitable responsibility without coercion.
