Research and reviews

We go through recent work on sexual health: clinical guidance, reviews and studies from international sources. Every article is written by our editors based on the original, with a link to the primary source.

Sex under substances: why it has become the norm and why it is dangerous

A study showed that in 8 years the number of men practicing sex under substances has quadrupled. We explore what is happening and how to protect yourself.
Do HIV Pills Really Increase the Risk of Contracting Another Infection?

We examine data on men taking HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis and find out why they are more likely to be diagnosed with syphilis and other STIs.
Pelvic Pain Changes Body Image: What the Research Shows

Endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain affect how women perceive their bodies. Here's what researchers found and how to improve it.
Why Antidepressants Can Kill Your Sex Drive—and How to Live With It

Ten people share how sexual side effects from antidepressants changed their lives. What happens and how to help yourself.
Why Erection Fades from Anxiety—and How to Fix It

We explore how anxiety interferes with erections, why social media and porn distort expectations, and what to do to regain confidence and pleasure.
Every Third Teenager Finds It Hard to Buy Condoms. And It's Not Only Because of the Pandemic

What a study revealed about teenagers' access to contraception and STI testing, and why the difficulties did not disappear after the pandemic.
Premature Ejaculation: Why It's a Couple's Issue, Not Just a Man's

New research: male issue influenced by age, activity, and even partner's health. We explore how this changes the treatment approach.
Was your birth traumatic? How it affects your sex and relationships

Traumatic childbirth can ruin sex not only for the mother but also for the partner. Find out why this happens and what you can do.
Told About Violence and Felt Worse? Why It Happens and What to Do

Shared with loved ones but didn't feel supported? We explain why good reactions sometimes don't comfort, and how to cope.
Building Relationships from Scratch: Why the "Furnished House" Template Doesn't Work

Think relationships should be like in the movies? What if you approached them like an empty plot of land that can be built on as you please? Let's explore how to build any relationship consciously and without templates.
After Violence: How to Reconnect with Your Body and Enjoy Pleasure Again

If you have experienced sexual violence and now struggle with intimacy, learn how to regain control over your body, cope with fears, and rediscover pleasure.
Vacuum Toys: What They Are and How to Get the Most Pleasure from Them?

We explore how vacuum pumps work for different body parts, who they suit, how safe they are, and how to get the most pleasure from them.