Sex Therapy 101 with Cami Hurst Season 1: Ep. 24 Six Principles of Sexual Health
Jul 7, 2020
Dive into the six vital principles of sexual health that everyone should know. Explore how biophysical, sociocultural, psychological, and relational factors shape our sexual experiences. Discover the importance of consent, non-exploitation, and the need for protection against STIs. Cami emphasizes honesty in relationships, negotiates shared values, and advocates for mutual pleasure. Reframe your understanding of sexual health and learn how to integrate it into your life and parenting for a holistic approach.
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Four Quadrants Shape Sexual Experience
- Sexual experience is shaped by four interacting quadrants: biophysical, sociocultural, psychological, and relational.
- Clinicians should assess all four areas rather than assuming relationship work alone will fix sexual problems.
Start With The Biophysical Check
- Check biophysical factors first: hormones, pain, stimulation, and anatomy knowledge.
- Refer to gynecologists, urologists, pelvic-floor therapists, or hormone testing when needed.
Sociocultural Messages Matter
- Sociocultural messages from family, community, religion, and school deeply shape sexual attitudes and 'shoulds.'
- Lack of medically accurate sex education in most states leaves many people misinformed about sexual health.