You might know that exercise enhances blood flow to keep your heart healthy and your muscles strong, but did you know that sex toys improve circulation as well? By increasing heart rate and blood flow, sexual activity has the same benefits as working out. When we get sexually aroused, blood flows not just to the…
There are many things, such as exercise or eating a well-balanced diet, that can contribute to an overall better mental health. But did you know that sexual satisfaction too plays a big role when it comes to our mental well being? In fact, there are many positive attributes associated with sexual wellness, be it solo…
When we think about tools for our mental health, resources like therapy, exercise, and meditation often come to mind. But sex and mental health go hand in hand – sexual wellness can be one of the best mindfulness practices that improves our mental health just as much as these measures. Using sex toys to reduce…
This article was written by Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a social psychologist, researcher and award-winning educator. For more information: Website | Publications | Instagram Depression is one of the most common mental health issues facing adults today. At any given point in time, nearly 1 in 5 adults suffer from some form of depression, with 11.5% experiencing…
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… This article was written by Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a social psychologist, researcher and award-winning educator. For more information: Website | Publications | Instagram OCD is a term that people often use casually. For instance, those who consider themselves to be “germaphobes” or “neat freaks” may describe themselves as…
This article was written by Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a social psychologist, researcher and award-winning educator. For more information: Website | Publications | Instagram Depression is one of the most common mood disorders. It’s estimated that 16% of the population will experience it during their lifetime, and it can have wide-ranging effects on people’s lives, including their…
Even the best of relationships take work, but having the right tools makes it that much easier – and more rewarding. Couples therapy is one of the most valuable tools for working on relationships. There can be a lot of stigma around couples therapy and therapy in general that can keep people from seeking it out…