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The World Health Organization (WHO) defines sexual health as "the state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being related to sexuality; it is not merely the abscence of disease, dysfunction and infirmity. Sexual health requires a positive, respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. For sexual health to be attained and maintained, the sexual rights of all persons must be respected, protected and fulfilled." This channel will address a wide range of these factors focusing on men's sexual health, from physical issues (prostate health, chronic illnesses), to reproductive and sexual functioning issues (infertility, erectile dysfunction). |
Pleasure
| Pleasure adds meaning to our lives, regardless of the source of that pleasure. Sexual pleasure is particularly powerful. Our bodies respond to sexual pleasure in ways that can be exhilarating, exciting, earth-shattering, and even healing. Shared sexual pleasure can create or enhance intimacy with partners. Creativity in sexual expression, such as trying sex toys or different sexual positions, can keep relationships sexually exciting and diverse. Sexual pleasure achieved through self-stimulation can improve body image, enhance self-appreciation, and increase understanding about the types of sexual touch one’s body prefers. This information can then be shared with a partner. This channel deals with these factors. |
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Masturbation
Masturbation refers to touching one's own genitals for sexual pleasure. It is a normal, healthy behavior that most people do at some point in their lives (male and female) - although some never do. It is normal if a person does, and it is normal if a person chooses not to masturbate. Masturbation, even frequent masturbation cannot harm a person physically or psychologically, unless it affects normal, daily functioning (for example, if someone were to stop going to work just to stay home and masturbate). Masturbation can teach people how their bodies respond to sexual stimulation, and they can share this information with a partner to enhance their sexual relationships. Men who experience premature ejaculation or erection difficulties can use a variety of masturbatory techniques (such as the stop/start technique) to resolve them. This channel deals with these and other issues relating to male masturbation.
Sexuality Education
Many people think that sexuality education stops when we get through our teen years. But with so little sex ed happening during childhood, this type of education should continue throughout our lives, well into older age. This channel gives a breadth of information about various sexual behaviors and positions with the overall goal of making sex pleasurable as well as safe.
Oral Sex
Cunnilingus is oral sex performed on a woman. It is done by using the mouth to stimulate the female genitals. This includes the external genitals (the vulva), as well as the opening to the vagina, and especially, the clitoris. Fellatio is oral sex performed on a man. It is done by using the mouth and tongue to stimulate the penis and scrotum, including in particular the back of the head of the penis, the underside of the shaft of the penis and the skin on the testicles. Analingus is oral sex performed on the anus. This channel deals not only with information about how these different types of behaviors are performed,
exually Transmitted Infections
A sexually transmitted infection (STI; formerly called sexually transmitted disease or STD) is caused by a virus, parasite, fungus, or bacterium that can be passed from one person to another through intimate or sexual contact. There are nearly 30 STIs in the world. Some can be cured, and some can only be treated by not cured. This channel provides important information about the most common STIs, including testing issues and how to manage a relationship in which an incurable STI is present
