Did you know that some squirrels, otters and goats are capable of autofellatio?  And ferrets, macaques and dolphins can use rocks, plants and other objects as sex toys? 

From self-love, to disordered behaviour, and back again, how our perceptions of masturbation have changed over the course of history and why it's still linked to shame and confusion for some. Also — why do humans (and other animals) masturbate in the first place?

A new book tells the history of the ancient world through women and what they had to say about their own sexuality – flying in the face of misogynist male stereotypes.

Yonic images of the vulva, humanity’s first and most sacred symbol, have been erased by phallic images, men and the patriarchy.

The long read: It has been said that condoms share marketing characteristics with napalm and funerals. But it is Ben Wilson’s mission to make us believe they are key to human happiness

To some people, sex is a meaningful step and should only happen in the confines of a monogamous relationship. To others, exclusivity is less relevant and casual sex is normal. But what factors lead to these differing attitudes and behaviors? A study published in Archives of Sexual Behavior explores how a myriad of factors, including peers and families, can influence sexual behavior for emerging adults.

Artifacts from ancient Egyptian culture reveal a culture that was far less puritanical about oral sex than we are

A new deep dive into humanity's history of romantic kissing has revealed that locking lips has a more complex story than some researchers have proposed.

Oropharyngeal cancer has now become more common than cervical cancer in the US and the UK.

If you look at where wombats deposit their poo, you realize they must be able to perform some surprising acrobatics.

For years we've barely even talked about the human clitoris let alone the fact that snakes have TWO.  This program has adult themes.

But they have some very compelling theories

The human clitoris is a scientific iceberg, both physically and figuratively.

The sex many women are getting just isn’t that good.

Threesomes appear to be gaining in popularity, and a study published in Archives of Sexual Behavior suggests that these arrangements are generally positive experiences for participants. The findings suggest that threesomes are particularly enjoyable for men (versus women) and for couples in committed relationships (versus casual partners).

The addictive-like use of social networking sites like Facebook might be a risk factor for impaired sexual function, according to new research published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine. The study provides evidence that frequent and compulsive use of social media is linked to a number of sexual problems among both women and men.

Firstly, let’s make something clear.  This tutorial is about writing sex scenes in fiction NOT writing erotica. This tutorial is about writing sex scenes within regular fiction (leaning, as usual, more towards fantasy fiction).

During a woman's head during an orgasm up to 30 different parts of the brain are activated, including those responsible for emotion, joy, satisfaction and memory.

Sexual orientation and gender identity

The Lone Star State, called by Republicans one of the States where citizens have more freedoms and civil rights because people can buy unlimited guns, has a law that makes it illegal for a person to own six or more dildos