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Notes from the chair.

Honest, plain-language writing about sex therapy, mental health, and the practice of being a person in relationships.

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Sexology9 min read

How masturbation and pornography might be affecting your sexual performance and connection

Solo sex is normal. So is porn. But the way you do them quietly trains your body and brain — and sometimes that training shows up in partnered sex.

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Sexology7 min read

Am I normal? Breaking down 5 common myths about sex and desire

'Am I normal?' is the foundational question of almost all sex therapy enquiries. Short answer: probably yes. Long answer below.

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Sexology9 min read

Evolutionary perspectives on sexuality: rethinking what 'dysfunction' really means

A lot of what we label sexual dysfunction makes more sense when we look at the body and brain as ancient systems running in a very modern world.

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