Sexual Health in the News May 9 – May 15
NCSH in the News
Sexless Relationships Aren’t Uncommon – 5 Things to Do If You’re in One – Men’s Health
Sexless relationships are common and not necessarily a sign of trouble—understanding the causes, communicating openly, and seeking support can help partners reconnect emotionally and physically. Psychologist and sex therapist, Shannon Chavez, a NCSH member, is quoted.
Other News This Week
Family Doctors Find It Tough to Talk Sex with Patients – HealthDay
Family doctors are less likely than OB/GYNs to address sexual health issues due to time limits, lack of training, and personal discomfort—especially among older physicians.
These 10 Verbal Red Flags Often Appear Early in Controlling Relationships – YourTango
Early verbal red flags like name-calling, manipulation, gaslighting, and blame often signal controlling and abusive relationships, and recognizing these patterns is crucial for setting boundaries and seeking help.
The Hidden Cost of Trauma: How Unhealed Wounds Impact Women’s Wealth – Forbes
Unhealed sexual trauma can affect women’s financial stability, career growth, relationships, and wealth-building, making healing vital for emotional and economic wellbeing.
Quick, Convenient Access to Birth Control and Menopause Care – Forbes
Telehealth companies like Pandia Health are modernizing birth control and menopause care by offering fast, physician-led virtual services that bypass outdated laws, provider shortages, and systemic barriers.
Gillian Anderson Says Sex Education Made Her Realize She Had ‘No Shame’ Around Sex – The Independent
Actress Gillian Anderson revealed that her role as a sex therapist in Sex Education helped her embrace open conversations about pleasure and intimacy, challenging taboos for herself and viewers.
Demystifying Pleasure: Openness About Masturbation Matters – Psychology Today
Open discussions about masturbation are crucial for promoting healthy sexuality and reducing shame, despite societal stigmas and historical taboos that have long suppressed its normalization.
Media Inquiries
For general media inquiries about sexual health topics and/or to schedule an interview with one of our experts, please contact Susan Gilbert, NCSH Co-Director, at
susan.gilbert@altarum.org
