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Research

sexual frequency

May 29, 2022

Why are sexual frequency and desire dropping?

Nobody's having sex

February 14, 2022

And just like that, nobody’s having sex any more – but why?

post-coital

October 20, 2021

That post-coital feeling: we investigate the way women feel right after they’ve had sex (Stylist)

strong relationship

August 2, 2021

9 Ways A Strong Relationship Can Boost Your Health

sex and testosterone

June 29, 2021

How does sex affect testosterone levels?

Sexless

May 30, 2021

Youth Sexlessness: Porn and Relationships in a Dying World

sex

May 14, 2021

Why are depression and suicidality higher in adolescents who engage in sex?

Buddha and sexual desire

April 24, 2021

Buddha, Desire & Synergy

self-control improvement

January 1, 2021

Can Synergy help you keep your resolutions?

Touch

October 30, 2020

The importance of touch

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