Sex can be an important part of a romantic relationship. For some couples, it provides pleasure, affection, emotional closeness and a way to express desire. For others, sexual activity is less central, infrequent or absent—and their relationship may still be loving and fulfilling. What matters is not whether a couple meets a supposed ideal frequency. … Continue reading Why Sex Can Be Important in a Healthy Relationship
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How Sexual Activity Affects the Brain: Pleasure, Mood and Sleep
Sexual activity involves much more than the reproductive organs. Desire, arousal, pleasure, orgasm and emotional connection are shaped by communication between the brain, nervous system, hormones and cardiovascular system. During a wanted sexual experience, the brain processes touch, anticipation, memories, emotions and signals from the body. Chemical messengers involved in motivation, reward, bonding and relaxation … Continue reading How Sexual Activity Affects the Brain: Pleasure, Mood and Sleep
