Mary Jane Minkin, a practicing gynecologist and certified clinician on menopause, joins the conversation to unpack intriguing listener questions. They delve into whether libido is genetically determined, shedding light on the science behind sexual desire. The discussion also provides helpful advice for a male listener struggling to reach orgasm. Finally, they explore ways to enhance sexual desire in post-menopausal women, emphasizing emotional connection and treatment options for improved intimacy. A candid and informative talk about sexuality at different life stages!
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Libido: Biopsychosocial Phenomenon
Libido is influenced by biology, psychology, and environment.
Genetic variations in dopamine receptors link to differing levels of sexual desire.
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Managing Orgasm Difficulty
Discuss medication side effects with your doctor; adjustments or alternatives might help.
Consider sex therapy to explore potential contributing issues beyond medication.
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Boosting Libido
Address vaginal dryness to ensure comfortable sex, a crucial first step.
Consider testosterone therapy for low libido in post-menopausal women, consulting a doctor.
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In today’s show, we’re answering more of your sex questions! This is our third dive into some of the questions that have come through our listener voicemail. I’m going to answer three of them that I thought were super interesting.
Our first question is about whether libido is genetically determined, so we’ll look at what the science says about the degree to which genetics control our sexual desire.
The second question deals with a male listener who has difficulty reaching orgasm, so we’ll talk about tips for managing that.
Finally, a listener asked about how to boost sexual desire in post-menopausal women, so we’ll explore what you need to know about that with an assist from Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, a practicing gynecologist and a North American Menopause Society Certified Clinician. Dr. Minkin was a previous guest on episode 334: How To Have a Happy Vagina.
If you have questions you’d like to have answered on the show, you can send me a podcast voicemail of your own at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. You can do it from your computer or from your phone, so keep sending those questions in!
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