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Gen Z’s Sexual Recession Calls for a New Kind of Dating App Support – Dating News

Gen Z’s “sex recession” reflects declining sexual activity among young adults, prompting dating apps to create supportive, stigma-free tools for intimacy and authentic connections. A study from NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, is featured.

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Other News This Week

Menopause Increases Your Risk of STIs Due To How Aging Changes Your Body – The Conversation

Menopause weakens the vaginal barrier by reducing estrogen and protective proteins, increasing older women’s vulnerability to STIs and highlighting the need for safer sex practices and targeted treatments.

You’re Not Too Old for HPV—or a Pap Smear – The Flow Space

Pap smears remain important after menopause because cervical cancer risk persists into midlife, and regular screening helps detect abnormalities early for timely treatment.

12 Natural Ways to Improve Erectile Dysfunction – New York Post

Twelve natural strategies, including exercise, weight loss, stress management, pelvic floor exercises, and healthy lifestyle habits, can improve erectile dysfunction without medication for some men.

How to Overcome Sexual Performance Anxiety: Tips and Tools – Healthline

Sexual performance anxiety can be managed by identifying its causes, improving communication, practicing mindfulness, and seeking professional or therapeutic support when needed.

Should We Share Our STI Status on Dating Apps? – Mashable

Sharing STI status on dating apps could reduce stigma and promote safer sex, but privacy concerns, cultural attitudes, and potential misuse mean careful implementation and broader education are essential.

Happy Relationships Have These 4 Ingredients — By A Psychologist – Forbes

Happy relationships are strongly linked to four key factors: secure attachment, mutual trust, shared effort and mutuality, and a satisfying sex life that fosters emotional closeness.

4 Signs You’re Being ‘Summer Shaded’ And How to Cope, By A Psychologist – Forbes

Summer shading is a dating trend where someone abruptly cools off a relationship during summer without officially ending it, leaving the other person in limbo.