#498 - Roy Baumeister - The Mystery Of Female Sex Drive
Modern Wisdom
Is the Orgasm a Sensation?
The sensation of orgasm in non-human animals, such as dolphins and elephants, is not well understood./nEvolutionary changes, including longer male-female bonding and dependence on both parents, contributed to human cultural development./nFemale orgasm may improve the quality of the sexual experience and foster romantic love between partners./nFemale orgasm potentially facilitates the commitment necessary for effective parenting./nHunter-gatherer societies practiced temporary monogamy, which aided in child-rearing.
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