NCSH in the News
The Growing Belief in ‘Love at First Sight’ – The Atlantic
A new survey found that 60% of single adults believe in love at first sight, a rise since 2014, suggesting that despite dating fatigue, many still hold onto the hope of instant romantic connection. Survey results from the Kinsey Institute, an NCSH member, are 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:
Help! UTIs Are Destroying My Sex Life – AARP
Many women experience more UTIs after menopause, which can impact their sex lives, but treatments like vaginal estrogen, antibiotics, and pelvic floor therapy can help restore comfort and intimacy. NCSH arranged interviews with experts Rachel Needle, Padma Kandadai, Allison Kent, Evelin Dacker, Sari Cooper, and Stella Harris.
Other News This Week
New Oklahoma Law Makes Contraception More Convenient – Oklahoma Voice
A new Oklahoma law will allow women to access six months of birth control at once—reducing barriers to contraception and improving consistency, especially for those in rural areas or with limited resources.
Halle Berry Feared She’d ‘Never Enjoy’ Her Sex Life After Menopause – People
Halle Berry feared she’d never enjoy sex post-menopause, but after finding solutions and reclaiming her intimacy, she’s now working to normalize conversations around menopause and women’s health.
How to Naturally Increase Testosterone Level in Men – U.S. News and World Report
Men can boost low testosterone and ease symptoms like low libido with exercise, sleep, stress management, and diet, while supplements and hormone therapy require medical supervision.
Love Bombing 101 and How to Get Out of a Toxic Relationship – PRIDE
Love bombing is a manipulative dating tactic where overwhelming affection is used to gain control, but recognizing red flags and setting boundaries can help people break free and rebuild their independence.
Did Chlamydia Come from a Man Having Sex with a Koala? Fact-Checking Love Island USA’s STD Convo – People
On Love Island USA, a cast member falsely claimed STDs like chlamydia originated from animals such as koalas, but while koalas do carry their own distinct strain, human STDs have different origins entirely.
