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Sexual Health in the News May 9 – May 15

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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Health are modernizing birth control and menopause care by offering fast, physician-led virtual services that bypass outdated laws, provider shortages, and systemic barriers.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. 

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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 
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