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·February 22, 2024·5 min read

Mapping Love and Sex in the Brain

Researchers developed the first comprehensive brain map showing activity in prairie voles during mating and bonding, uncovering 68 brain regions involved in forming enduring monogamous relationships. This study challenges previous assumptions that male and female brains operate differently during these processes, revealing nearly identical patterns of brain activity in both sexes.

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·November 6, 2019·5 min read

Scientists should have sex and gender on the brain

Incorporating sex (the biological attributes distinguishing males, females, or intersex individuals) and gender (psychological, social, and cultural factors which affect how a human identifies in society) could help improve scientific research, reduce bias and create new opportunities for innovation.

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·November 4, 2019·6 min read

How much do we lie when we have sex on the brain?

People are more likely to change their attitudes and engage in deceptive self-presentation when the possibility of sex is looming.

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·March 1, 2019·3 min read

Sex and Aggression Controlled by Cold Sensor in Brain: Mouse Study

Embedding a molecule called TRPM8 into the surface of some cells helps reduce aggression and sexual appetite in mice, a new study reports.

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·January 29, 2018·2 min read

How the Brain Controls Sex

Kisspeptin, a hormone found in the brain, drives attraction and sexual behavior, researchers report.

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·October 27, 2017·4 min read

Researchers Link Regular Marijuana Use to More Sex

Contrary to popular conceptions that marijuana may impair sexual desire and performance, a new study reveals frequent marijuana use is associated with increased coital frequency.

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·June 22, 2017·4 min read

Frequent Sexual Activity Can Boost Brain Power in Older Adults

According to a new study, older people who engage in sexual activity on a frequent basis scored higher on tests that reflect cognitive abilities.

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·May 15, 2017·5 min read

Frisky Female Fruit Flies Become More Aggressive After Sex

According to researchers, female fruit flies become significantly more aggressive following sex as a variety of proteins apparent in semen stimulate behavioral changes.

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·March 20, 2017·4 min read

A 48-Hour Sexual ‘Afterglow’ Helps to Bond Partners Over Time

Researchers report partners experience a sexual 'afterglow' that last for up to 48 hours and is linked to relationship quality over time.

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·November 16, 2016·3 min read

How the Brain Coordinates Copulation

Researchers have identified a neural pathway in male fruit flies that allows them to perform their complex mating ritual.

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·November 7, 2016·5 min read

Psychology Study Reveals Secret to Happy Sex Life

Researchers reveal the secret to a fulfilling sex life in a long term relationship is the belief that it takes hard work and effort.

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·October 4, 2016·4 min read

Sex Before Sport Doesn’t Negatively Impact Performance

A new study debunks abstinence theories and suggests athletes should not feel guilty when engaging in sexual activity up to the day before competition.