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AI-Guided Self-Care Sparks Debate After Masturbation Pilot
artificial-intelligence10 days ago

AI-Guided Self-Care Sparks Debate After Masturbation Pilot

An AI startup Joi AI conducted a month-long pilot using 150,000 applicants and 10 hired “masturbation consultants” to test an AI-guided self-pleasure routine, logging 134 sessions with an AI ‘wellness sherpa.’ Self-reported results claimed stress dropped 25%, focus rose 17%, and mental restlessness fell 19%, with 45% of consultants reporting creative inspiration. Joi says the AI-guided sessions produced satisfaction on par with other methods, though comparisons favored toys, porn, and fantasies. Critics warn the setup is potentially manipulative and monetizes vulnerability via in-app currency for explicit content, highlighting concerns about exploitation despite the wellness framing and an About page touting “AI-lationships.”

via Gizmodo|
#artificial-intelligence#joi-ai#masturbation
Masturbation Isn’t a Luxury: Reframing Self-Care After Purity Culture
advice1 month ago

Masturbation Isn’t a Luxury: Reframing Self-Care After Purity Culture

A reader asks why daily masturbation makes her feel guilty, but Slate’s How to Do It column, with sex educator Erica Smith, reassures that pleasure isn’t a luxury or something you must ‘earn.’ There’s no required frequency—enjoy yourself when you want to, whether that’s daily, weekly, or somewhere in between, and expect desire to wax and wane with hormones and life pressures. The piece also suggests tuning into small everyday pleasures, considering budget constraints (use what you already have before buying new devices), and embracing the idea that sexual pleasure is a natural, entitlement-based part of being alive.

via Slate Magazine|
#advice#masturbation#purity-culture
Myth-Busting: Abstinence in Your 30s Won't Cause Vaginal Atrophy
health1 month ago

Myth-Busting: Abstinence in Your 30s Won't Cause Vaginal Atrophy

Slate’s How to Do It debunks the idea that abstinence in your 30s causes vaginal atrophy, explaining that true vaginal thinning is tied to estrogen loss around menopause (genitourinary syndrome) and not to being single; it notes lubrication can vary with cycles and can be supported by masturbation, hydration, pelvic-floor exercises in moderation, and a healthy lifestyle, and it recommends regular gynecologist visits for personalized care as you become sexually active or notice changes.

via Slate Magazine|
#gynecologist#health#masturbation
Experts say masturbation can cut first-date jitters and boost clarity
lifestyle2 months ago

Experts say masturbation can cut first-date jitters and boost clarity

Experts say masturbation before a first date can calm nerves and sharpen mental clarity by releasing dopamine, endorphins, and oxytocin, while alcohol dulls cognition and can impair judgment. An orgasm is cited as key to maximizing these benefits, though some stress relief remains without it. The piece notes gender differences in why people pre-game and cautions that sex on a first date can affect perceived compatibility.

via New York Post|
#anxiety#dating#first-date
Bird Masturbation Found Across Species, Redefining What’s Normal
science2 months ago

Bird Masturbation Found Across Species, Redefining What’s Normal

A broad evolutionary analysis finds masturbation is common across many bird species, in both males and females, and reported more often in wild birds than captive ones, suggesting it is a natural part of avian biology with potential roles in reproductive success; the study outlines hypotheses such as a sexual outlet and postcopulatory effects, and notes veterinary and welfare considerations while acknowledging data limits.

via ZME Science|
#animal-sexuality#avian-evolution#bird-behavior
Study Reveals Factors Influencing Women's Masturbation Habits
health7 months ago

Study Reveals Factors Influencing Women's Masturbation Habits

A study published in the International Journal of Sexual Health found that women's understanding of their anatomy and feelings about their genitals significantly influence their masturbation habits, with early sexual experiences linked to greater sexual satisfaction later. The research highlights gaps in female sexual education and suggests that better knowledge and positive self-image can promote healthier sexual behaviors.

via PsyPost|
#anatomy-knowledge#health#masturbation
health8 months ago

Effects on Your Body After a Month Without Masturbation

The article discusses the effects of abstaining from masturbation for a month during No Nut November, highlighting that scientific evidence for claimed benefits like increased testosterone and improved semen quality is limited or questionable. Experts suggest that testosterone levels may only temporarily rise due to anticipation, and prolonged abstinence can actually harm semen quality, making it less beneficial for fertility. The article also notes that abstinence can lead to nocturnal emissions and may help break porn addiction.

via LADbible|
#fertility#health#masturbation
A Mind-Blowing Video and My Teenage Regrets
sex-and-relationships9 months ago

A Mind-Blowing Video and My Teenage Regrets

A man in his 50s questions whether his teenage dry humping could have damaged his penile nerves, but experts suggest age-related sensation decline and masturbation style are more likely causes. The article also offers advice for couples dealing with depression-related sexual issues and clarifies that using sex toys like Fleshlights is not cheating, emphasizing communication and understanding in relationships.

via Slate|
#depression#masturbation#nerve-damage
Husband's Masturbation at Home Causes Emotional Hurt
relationships10 months ago

Husband's Masturbation at Home Causes Emotional Hurt

A woman feels hurt that her husband masturbates while she's home, but the advice emphasizes understanding that his behavior is likely not about her attractiveness. It suggests approaching the topic with curiosity and compassion, expressing feelings honestly, and discussing needs and boundaries to foster understanding and intimacy in the relationship.

via Scary Mommy|
#communication#emotional-intimacy#marriage
Madison Prewett Discusses Her Journey to Sexual Purity and Marriage
entertainment1 year ago

Madison Prewett Discusses Her Journey to Sexual Purity and Marriage

Madison Prewett, a former 'Bachelor' star, shared in a podcast that she has been abstinent from masturbation for about 10 years, attributing her struggle and eventual abstinence to her religious beliefs and community support. She discussed her early exposure to inappropriate content at age 13 and how it affected her self-worth, emphasizing her commitment to abstinence until marriage. Prewett married Grant Troutt in 2022 and they have a daughter.

via HuffPost|
#entertainment#madison-prewett#masturbation