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fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Have the Holy Trinity of Sex Problems. I Know What Would Solve Them, but I'm Too Scared to Try.

Exploring sexual orientation can involve complex feelings and societal pressures, especially regarding bisexuality and the fear of judgment.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 hour ago

After a disappointing college experience, I was determined to make postgrad life better. Now I'm thriving.

Social anxiety and depression had other plans, leaving me in an ugly cycle of self-isolation and rumination. Terrified of rejection, I'd meet someone interesting during one of my English lectures and invite them out for frozen yogurt in my head.
Higher education
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

MAGA host says modern dating is hard because women are "infected with the Jezebel spirit" - LGBTQ Nation

Charlie Kirk claims modern dating is difficult due to women being 'infected with the Jezebel spirit' and not adhering to traditional roles.
Science
fromPsychology Today
17 hours ago

If Humans Are Going to Live in Space, What Happens to Sex?

Sexuality is a fundamental aspect of human life that must be addressed for long-term space habitation.
#family-dynamics
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
20 hours ago

Most families have one person everyone loves but nobody genuinely listens to - and psychology says that person almost always knows exactly who they are, has known for decades, and long ago stopped hoping anyone else would figure it out - Silicon Canals

Family dynamics often lead to certain voices being unheard, creating an invisible hierarchy that affects communication and connection.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

I Don't Let Anyone I Date Meet My Parents. That's Not a Red Flag. I Have a Very Good Reason Why.

Some individuals avoid introducing partners to difficult family members to protect them from negative experiences.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
20 hours ago

Most families have one person everyone loves but nobody genuinely listens to - and psychology says that person almost always knows exactly who they are, has known for decades, and long ago stopped hoping anyone else would figure it out - Silicon Canals

Family dynamics often lead to certain voices being unheard, creating an invisible hierarchy that affects communication and connection.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

I Don't Let Anyone I Date Meet My Parents. That's Not a Red Flag. I Have a Very Good Reason Why.

Some individuals avoid introducing partners to difficult family members to protect them from negative experiences.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Masculinity crisis' in schools is a ticking time bomb, union says

A masculinity crisis in UK schools is leading to increased misogynistic abuse towards female teachers, with reports rising significantly over the past four years.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

What to know about the controversial practice of orgasmic meditation'

Nicole Daedone's OneTaste, promoting orgasmic meditation, faced severe backlash after coercion allegations led to her federal prison sentence.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

What is the trans gaze? It's relief and recognition between strangers on a train

Trans women share a unique, unspoken connection on the New York City subway, recognized through brief, meaningful glances.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
OMG science
fromNature
1 week ago

Daily briefing: Are boys really in crisis? What the science says

Concerns about boys should be viewed in the broader context of all young people.
Health
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Birth Control Is Holding My Sex Life Back. I Want to Be Unleashed!

Choosing the right birth control depends on individual circumstances and medical history, with a focus on personal preferences and libido effects.
Parenting
fromIndependent
6 days ago

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

Reactions to a child's discovery of pornography can influence their willingness to communicate openly.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Finally, the clitoris is getting the attention it deserves

Ju Young Lee, one of the researchers behind the scan, has said she's amazed it has taken so long for a project like this to materialise. The clitoris has long been understudied and misunderstood.
Medicine
#dating
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
22 hours ago

When Men Ask Me This One Question On a First Date, They Never Hear From Me Again

Setting boundaries in dating leads to healthier relationships and eliminates judgmental partners.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
22 hours ago

When Men Ask Me This One Question On a First Date, They Never Hear From Me Again

Setting boundaries in dating leads to healthier relationships and eliminates judgmental partners.
LGBT
fromQueerty
23 hours ago

"I'm gonna hold your tip when I say this": A rancid Grindr take has the gays talking - Queerty

Grindr's entrenched culture includes persistent racism, with users openly expressing racial preferences in dating, reflecting ongoing issues within the queer community.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who reply to messages within seconds aren't just efficient - they've built their sense of safety around being reachable, because somewhere in their past, being slow to respond had consequences - Silicon Canals

Instant responses to messages often stem from a psychological need to mitigate perceived threats rather than mere efficiency.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Teen Romance and Breakups in the Digital Age

Teenage romantic breakups are significantly impacted by social media, texting, and AI, leading to new challenges and consequences.
#relationships
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 hours ago

My Fiancee Reconnected With Her Useless Mother. Now She Has Some New "Ideas" About What Our Life Should Look Like.

The couple faces significant disagreements about children, finances, and family relationships, raising concerns about their future together.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Help! I'm Making a Big Change in My Love Life. Being Honest About My Past Could Sabotage It.

Honesty about past relationships is crucial for building trust with new partners.
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Relationships

There is a specific kind of couple that fights about dishes, laundry, and thermostat settings for fifteen years before one of them finally says the real sentence, which is: I need to know that you see what I do without me having to build a case for it every time. - Silicon Canals

Couples often argue about trivial matters like chores, but these disputes reflect deeper emotional needs and unresolved issues in the relationship.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Not everyone who chooses a partner with visible problems is making bad decisions. Some of them are choosing people whose damage is louder than their own, because as long as they're fixing someone else, nobody turns the spotlight around and asks what broke them. - Silicon Canals

People often choose partners with visible problems to avoid confronting their own internal issues.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 hours ago

My Fiancee Reconnected With Her Useless Mother. Now She Has Some New "Ideas" About What Our Life Should Look Like.

The couple faces significant disagreements about children, finances, and family relationships, raising concerns about their future together.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Help! I'm Making a Big Change in My Love Life. Being Honest About My Past Could Sabotage It.

Honesty about past relationships is crucial for building trust with new partners.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

There is a specific kind of couple that fights about dishes, laundry, and thermostat settings for fifteen years before one of them finally says the real sentence, which is: I need to know that you see what I do without me having to build a case for it every time. - Silicon Canals

Couples often argue about trivial matters like chores, but these disputes reflect deeper emotional needs and unresolved issues in the relationship.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Not everyone who chooses a partner with visible problems is making bad decisions. Some of them are choosing people whose damage is louder than their own, because as long as they're fixing someone else, nobody turns the spotlight around and asks what broke them. - Silicon Canals

People often choose partners with visible problems to avoid confronting their own internal issues.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

What Happens When We Simultaneously Seek and Avoid Intimacy?

Loneliness has escalated to a public health crisis, significantly impacting mortality rates and emotional well-being.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The people who say 'I'm fine with whatever you want to do' in every social situation aren't easygoing. They've simply never been in an environment where stating a preference didn't start a negotiation they couldn't afford to lose. - Silicon Canals

People who appear easygoing may actually be practicing conflict avoidance as a survival strategy learned from past experiences.
Relationships
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Unsatisfied women regret one-night stands more than men, study finds

Women experience more regret from one-night stands than men, primarily due to lower sexual satisfaction and concerns about reputation.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
1 day ago
LGBT

Being less shallow, frolicking on nude beaches & no more closeted Republicans: Gays share how they've changed over the years - Queerty

Relationships
fromQueerty
2 months ago

I'm 67 & would like to try intimate contact with a man for the first time. But where do I go? - Queerty

A 67-year-old man grapples with his desire for closeness and connection with other men, feeling out of place in modern dating culture.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Being less shallow, frolicking on nude beaches & no more closeted Republicans: Gays share how they've changed over the years - Queerty

Gay individuals experience continuous evolution, particularly through coming out, learning from mistakes, and prioritizing mental health and relationships.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 months ago

I'm 67 & would like to try intimate contact with a man for the first time. But where do I go? - Queerty

A 67-year-old man grapples with his desire for closeness and connection with other men, feeling out of place in modern dating culture.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

You know a woman has lost her joy in life when she describes her days accurately and without feeling - when the words are all correct and the tone is completely flat and the account of her own life sounds like something being reported rather than lived, and she doesn't notice the flatness because she has been inside it long enough that it just sounds like how things are - Silicon Canals

Emotional flatness can creep in, making life feel like a series of tasks rather than meaningful experiences.
#ai
fromQueerty
3 days ago
LGBT

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
Relationships
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

I Skipped the Wedding and Went Straight to the Cocktail Party. You Should, Too.

Choosing non-traditional wedding elements can lead to a more personalized and cost-effective celebration.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
2 days ago

Embracing 'Outercourse' Might Totally Transform Your Sex Life

Outercourse encompasses various sexual activities beyond penetration, enhancing sexual pleasure and intimacy.
Health
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I sent my son to college with emergency contraception, and I taught him to think about women's pleasure

Parents should discuss contraception, sexual wellness, and women's pleasure with sons early, normalizing male responsibility for reproductive health and emergency preparedness.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Before You Share Your Body, Ask: Do They Know You?

Physical intimacy often occurs before emotional intimacy, highlighting a paradox in relationships where vulnerability is avoided despite physical closeness.
LGBT
fromHuffPost
4 days ago

Heteroflexible Is The Highest Growing Orientation On Feeld. It's Not Without Critics.

Heteroflexible individuals are primarily attracted to the opposite sex but open to same-sex experiences under certain conditions.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

My Boyfriend Has a Naughty Desire. But His Double Standard Is So Unfair, I Think I Have to Reject It on Principle.

Balancing personal desires and partner boundaries is crucial in sexual relationships.
LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Joel Kim Booster on his non-monogamous marriage: "The sex I'm having outside of my relationship is all recreational" - Queerty

Being gay creates more pressure regarding body image than being an actor, especially in casual sexual encounters.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Limp d*cks, "leak outs" & rage letters to dad: Inside the alpha male boot camp to "unf*ck" straight men - Queerty

Young straight men are struggling with dating, jobs, and education, often turning to misleading programs promising to enhance their masculinity.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who drop their friends as soon as they get into a new relationship aren't choosing love over friendship - they're revealing that the friendships were always filling a need the relationship now fills, and the difference between a friend and a placeholder is something most people only discover when the relationship arrives and the friends quietly disappear - Silicon Canals

Friendships often fade when one partner enters a romantic relationship, revealing the superficial nature of some connections.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
3 days ago

The Best Sex Positions For People Over 60, According To Sex Experts

Aging can change sexuality, but satisfying sex is possible with adjustments and a focus on comfort.
Relationships
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Just Between Us: Would you let your partner sleep with someone else? Polyamory explained with Leanne Yau

Polyamory involves multiple consensual relationships, emphasizing communication, consent, and emotional intelligence, distinct from cheating or simply open relationships.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

My Wife Is Begging for a Repeat of My Special Performance in Bed. I Have Bad News.

Personal sexual boundaries should be respected, but societal pressures and misogyny can complicate attitudes towards oral sex.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
1 week ago

How To Tell If Your Standards Are, In Fact, Too High

Having standards in dating is important, but excessively high standards can hinder meeting compatible partners.
Relationships
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Women in relationships report HIGHER sexual satisfaction than men

Women in romantic relationships report higher sexual satisfaction than men, challenging long-held beliefs about gender differences in sexual experiences.
#sexuality
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Love Sex With Other Women. I Can't Explain My Most Persistent Fantasy.

Changing unwanted sexual fantasies is difficult, especially when they are tied to negative past experiences.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Love Sex With Other Women. I Can't Explain My Most Persistent Fantasy.

Changing unwanted sexual fantasies is difficult, especially when they are tied to negative past experiences.
#non-monogamy
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Made the Simplest Request of My Boyfriend Before We Sleep With Another Couple. His Response Blew Me Away.

Open communication and trust are essential for couples exploring non-monogamous experiences together.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Made the Simplest Request of My Boyfriend Before We Sleep With Another Couple. His Response Blew Me Away.

Open communication and trust are essential for couples exploring non-monogamous experiences together.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 week ago

My Slack notifications now come with sexual tension. Is this just gay culture at work? - Queerty

Explicit sexual conversations in the workplace can create discomfort and may cross professional boundaries.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Is Making Love Different from Just Having Sex?

Making love differs from casual sex through patience, emotional intimacy, and temporal richness, involving slower, more tender interactions and deeper connection.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My New Girlfriend Just Told Me What She Wants Me to Do to Her in Bed. This Feels Wrong.

Communication about specific BDSM preferences is essential before assuming domination means denigration; partners should discuss what submission and dominance actually mean to them individually.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Guy I'm Seeing Says I'm the "Exception" to Everything He Likes in Bed. Uh, Is This a Red Flag?

A partner's past mistreatment of other women is a significant red flag, regardless of how well he currently treats you.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

In my 20s treat 'em mean, keep 'em keen' felt like power. In my 50s I see that dating strategy for what it is: fear

Dating games learned in youth become coping mechanisms for midlife insecurity, revealing that strategic emotional distance masks fear rather than demonstrating value.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Keep Hinting at What My New Girlfriend Should Be Giving Me in Bed. She's Not Getting It.

Direct communication about sexual preferences is essential; ask your partner clearly about oral sex rather than hinting, and be prepared to accept their answer and evaluate compatibility.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
4 weeks ago

Why Do Women Like To Be Called 'Good Girl' In Bed? Sexperts Explain

Women may enjoy being called 'good girl' during sex because it combines mild submission with praise, often indicating a praise kink or power dynamic preference without requiring full BDSM engagement.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm Some People's Ultimate Fantasy. So Why Do They Run for the Hills When They Meet Me?

Take initiative on dates by signaling sexual interest through innuendo or direct proposition instead of letting shyness block opportunities.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

My Husband and I Host Sex Parties. We're Feuding Over the Next Guest of Honor.

Inviting an ex to a sex party with a no-contact agreement creates awkwardness and contradicts typical party dynamics where all attendees are assumed available unless explicitly excluded.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Went Down on One of My Good Friends. He Has No Idea It Was Me.

A few years ago, I, a 21-year-old man, agreed to take part in a stupid frat hazing activity. Unbeknownst to "Felipe," a 21-year-old man, I performed oral sex on him during that activity while he was blindfolded. At the time, Felipe was just an acquaintance-we didn't become good friends until much later. Felipe's big brother at the frat, "Ron," is the only person besides me who knows that I performed oral on Felipe.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 months ago

Help! Should I take this spicy college secret to my grave or confess to my ex? - Queerty

"Turns out, Steve's brother...Tony, also went to the same college as I did, and in a similar department," X writes. "Steve then jokingly asked if I've ever met Tony or hooked up with him, to which I said honestly, \"probably not, since it's a big school\" and brushed it off since his name and description didn't ring a bell."
LGBT
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Man I'm Seeing Swears He's Not Gay. I Have Some Questions.

A woman dating an effeminate man struggles with attraction differences and seeks advice on discussing his gender expression without offending him.
Relationships
fromEsquire
1 month ago

I Opened My Marriage, Then Started Dating One of My College Students. It Nearly Cost Me Everything.

A university professor's carefully constructed identity as emotionally intelligent and progressive masked performative behavior rooted in childhood patterns of seeking approval and avoiding authentic vulnerability.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

My straight dormmate started being super friendly after I came out. Does that mean what I think it does? - Queerty

A person's changed behavior after coming out may be genuine support, curiosity, or emerging attraction; approach with cautious clarity to protect the roommate relationship.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I'm Ready for My Big Sexual Awakening. But I'm Searching for a Specific Kind of Guy.

Virginity is not a precious commodity to preserve for one person; instead, prioritize gaining sexual experience, confidence, and skills with partners who respect your pleasure.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Guy I Was Hooking Up With Said Something Very Weird About My Hair Down Under. I Can't Look at Him the Same.

A person's body hair grooming choices are valid; unsolicited critical comments from casual partners about appearance warrant reconsidering the relationship.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

I Guess I'm Considered A Cougar Now

Dating younger men can offer emotional availability, less entitlement, and freedom from caretaking roles, making age-gap relationships fulfilling and ego-affirming.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Always Used to Love Hearing About My Single Friends' Sex Romps. Something Has Changed.

Sex jealousy stems from comparing a committed relationship to others' sexual experiences and can be eased by increasing intimacy, introducing novelty, or finding external excitement.
Relationships
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Modern Morals: I've never had an orgasm - how do I tell my boyfriend I've been lying without wounding his pride?

Persistent inability to orgasm coexists with a strong need to control sexual experiences; enjoys sex but reports never orgasming and tells partner orgasms are subtle.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Three Roads Diverged in Romantic Life

Profound love is about the desire to live with a partner who can thrive in a mutual relationship. Sometimes, life wins out over love, and one partner may say, "I will always love you, but we cannot flourish together." Profound love isn't always synonymous with long-term love; some couples divorce despite deep affection. The heart of enduring love is the capacity to bring out the best in each other.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Pros and Cons of an 'Explorationship' in Dating

An explorationship is when you and someone else are exploring the possibility of a committed relationship. You've gone a little-or maybe a lot-beyond the just-going-out-on-dates-with-each-other phase. There may already be kissing and holding hands. There may already be couple-ish things that you do together. There may even be a little bedroom rodeo stuff or a lot of it. But you still aren't quite ready to call each other a significant other yet-even though the two of you are giving such a possibility significant consideration.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Girlfriend and I Can Only Have Sex in a Unique Way. She Thinks I'm Going to Leave Her in Search of Something More "Conventional."

Her preferred form of intimacy is to touch herself while letting me pump her mouth. It's been great and honestly hot, and she leans submissive in bed, so it's worked out well on that end, too. It's perfectly fulfilling for me and even unintentionally kinky in a way I like, and she says she enjoys that I'm still actively penetrating her even if not in a typical way.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This is how we do it: Having threesomes has totally transformed us in and out of bed'

Since my first pregnancy in my late 20s, my libido's been much lower than Eric's. But when I started perimenopause, I experienced this surge of desire (and curiosity) again, and he and I began to discuss our fantasies. Both of us were turned on by the idea of a threesome with another man, so a couple of years ago, I asked Eric if he'd be up for going to an adult social club.
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