NCSH in the News

NCSH in the News Is Masturbation Replacing Sex in Relationships? – Psychology Today  New research suggests that in relationships, masturbation often fills in for unmet sexual desire for both men and women, challenging the old idea that it’s compensatory for men but complementary for women. Justin Lehmiller of NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, authored this article.   The Human Connection Study: How

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NCSH in the News People Who Believe These 5 Myths About Monogamy Sadly Often End Up in Unhappy Relationships – YourTango  Some researchers argue that humans evolved for social bonding but still crave sexual variety, making ideas about monogamy unrealistic. Letting go of myths about fidelity, gender, and biology can lead to healthier, more satisfying relationships. Justin Garcia,

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NCSH in the News Trenton Library and Planned Parenthood Continue Sex Education Program for Teens – Yahoo!News/NJ.com  The Spill the T.E.A. (Teen, Education and Advocacy) program empowers high school students by training them to be peer educators. NCSH member Planned Parenthood is featured.   38% of People Become Emotionally Closed Off During Unemployment: It Can ‘Really Compound Those Feelings of Shame,’ Expert Says – MSN  A

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NCSH in the News ‘Scarousal’ Explains Why Fear Can Turn You On – Men’s Health  Fear can heighten sexual arousal because the body’s fight-or-flight response mirrors physical signs of being turned on, causing some people to misread fear as desire or “scarousal.” Justin Lehmiller, of NCSH member the Kinsey Institute, is quoted.   NCSH’S COLLABORATION WITH AARP: “IN THE MOOD” NCSH is providing experts for

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NCSH in the News 29% Of People See Unemployment as a Dating Red Flag — ‘I Would Caution Against Making Employment Status A Priority,’ says Expert – CNBC   Unemployment has emerged as a new dating red flag, with nearly 30% of Americans saying it raises concerns, especially women. Justin Lehmiller, of NCSH member the Kinsey Institute, is quoted.   NCSH’S COLLABORATION WITH AARP: “IN THE MOOD”

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NCSH in the News 40% of Singles Have Dated Across Party Lines and Most Say They’d Do It Again – DatingNews.com  About 40% of U.S. singles have dated someone from a different political party and would do so again. However, about 30% say they never would, led by Gen Z women who are the least open to it.

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NCSH in the News An Unsuspecting Group Of Women Is Getting HIV. Geography Is In Part To Blame. – USA Today Thousands of new HIV cases are diagnosed in the US every year. Black women, particularly those who live in the South, are disproportionately affected. Athena Cross, of NCSH member organization AIDS United, is quoted.

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NCSH in the News Huge New Study on Breast Cancer and Birth Control Shows How Science Can Be Distorted – CBS News  A Swedish study found a small, temporary increase in breast cancer risk from hormonal birth control, but experts say social media is distorting the findings into misleading, fear-driven claims. Rachel Fey, of NCSH member Power to Decide, is quoted.  

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NCSH in the News Gen Z Isn’t Leading the Polyamory Trend, Their Parents Are – VICE  Gen X and millennials are more likely than Gen Z to pursue polyamorous relationships in part due to Gen Z’s more limited relationship experience and preference for commitment-free dating. Justin Lehmiller, of NCSH member the Kinsey Institute, is quoted.   How Couples Can ‘Snore-proof’ Their Sexual Relationship – CNN Health   Snoring can strain both sleep and intimacy,

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NCSH in the News What Women Who Date Younger Men Wish You Knew – HuffPost Life The term “cougar” is finally taking on a whole new meaning. Traditionally, it’s been used derogatorily to label older women who date younger men as predatory. But there is a reclamation happening, as you can see on TikTok. Research

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