

Why 98% of Men Climax But Only 60% of Women Do | Ian Kerner
Jul 25, 2025
Ian Kerner, a practicing sex therapist and author of 'She Comes First', dives deep into the alarming orgasm gap between men and women. He discusses why 76% of women fake orgasms, the impact of clitoral anatomy on satisfaction, and how different brain activations during arousal affect sexual experiences. Kerner also critiques cultural double standards surrounding sexual communication, the influence of desire frameworks, and the importance of vulnerability and open dialogue in intimate relationships. Practical insights make for a captivating and informative discussion.
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Book Title Censored Anecdote
- Ian Kerner shared his experience of "She Comes First" being censored on Good Morning America due to its title.
- The network covered the book title while showing Viagra ads, highlighting cultural double standards on female pleasure.
Clitoral Anatomy Explains Orgasm Gap
- Intercourse dominates heterosexual sex but often neglects female pleasure due to anatomy differences.
- The clitoral-vaginal distance affects orgasm likelihood, explaining the orgasm gap between men and women.
Orgasm Faking and Cultural Harm
- 76% of women report faking orgasms, which harms sexual communication and improvement.
- Some new content suggests women don't need orgasms, which may harm relationships and dismiss female pleasure.