Do you really know? What is sex surrogacy, the controversial sex therapy?
Apr 6, 2025
Explore the intriguing world of sex surrogacy, a therapeutic approach designed to enhance intimacy and address sexual issues. Discover its European origins and how it's regulated in countries like Switzerland and Denmark. The podcast delves into the ethical concerns surrounding the practice and draws distinctions between sex surrogates and sex workers. It also raises thought-provoking questions about the need for such services, particularly for disabled individuals, amid ongoing debates.
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Sex Surrogacy as Therapy
- Sex surrogacy is a form of therapy designed to help people become more comfortable with sex and intimacy.
- It addresses various sexual dysfunctions, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions related to sex.
Legal and Ethical Status
- Sex surrogacy is regulated and covered by social security in some European countries like Switzerland, Denmark, and the Netherlands.
- However, it remains a legal and ethical grey area in many other places.
The Sessions Film
- The 2012 film The Sessions explores the concept of a disabled person using a sex surrogate.
- It tells the story of a paralyzed man hiring a surrogate to lose his virginity.