Scents like cinnamon or musk can subtly raise arousal or awareness when used during foreplay or lovemaking. These scents have been found to stimulate pleasure centers in the brain and may increase...
Aroused Vaginas Tilt Upward to Better Accommodate Entry
The clitoral hood is a small fold of skin at the top of the vulva that surrounds the clitoris and protects it during nonsexual activity. It...
Most people are aware that the brain is connected to their genitals, but few realize how many different types of neural pathways exist between them. These connections can be affected by hormones...
Nocturnal Orgasms (Experienced During Sleep) Are Normal And Frequent
It is natural for people to experience nocturnal orgasms while they are asleep at night. Nocturnal orgasms are often considered...
Novel sexual activities release more dopamine than routine repetition. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that regulates pleasure, motivation, and reward. It's released during pleasurable activities such...
High Arousal Can Reduce Sensitivity To Pain
Many people have experienced the phenomenon where they don't feel pain during sexual activity, but why does this happen? It turns out that there is a...
About 80% of women require clitoral stimulation to orgasm during intercourse.
The clitoris is an extremely sensitive organ located just outside the vaginal opening that can be easily accessed...
Some people are able to achieve an orgasm through mental stimulation or by thinking about it without any physical touching or contact. This phenomenon is called "mindfulness." It is often referred to...
The polyvagal theory is a hypothesis that suggests that human behavior can be understood through three vagus nerve circuits that regulate the body's response to threat, social engagement, and safety....
The Cervix Changes Position During The Menstrual Cycle And Sexual Arousal
During the menstrual cycle, the cervix moves between different positions to allow for ovulation and fertilization. It also...