Your Brain On Your Brain On... Sex
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Nov 20, 2024 In this lively discussion, guests Nicole Prause, a UCLA sexual behavior expert, and Rena Malik, a urogynecologist focused on women's sexual health, dive into the fascinating neurological processes behind attraction and desire. They tackle how age and significant life changes like menopause affect sexual desire. The complex debate around pornography and its impact on intimate relationships is explored. They also emphasize the importance of nutrition, exercise, and debunk myths associated with women’s sexual health, promoting open conversations free from stigma.
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Brain's Role in Sexual Response
- Sexual arousal involves dopamine release in the ventral striatum, enhancing motivation.
- At climax, dopamine decreases, signaling the end of arousal, contrary to popular belief.
Gender and Sexual Response
- Gender differences in sexual response are primarily due to desire and societal factors, not biology.
- Men and women exhibit similar brain activation patterns during pornography viewing.
Pornography's Impact
- Pornography acts as a secondary reward, primarily used in conjunction with masturbation.
- Hiding pornography use can negatively impact relationships due to broken trust.