Psych Basics

Orgasm

Just in case you don't know: An orgasm is the peak of the sexual response cycle, experienced by males and females. This is a moment characterized by intense arousal and pleasure. During orgasm, involuntary muscle contractions and spasms may occur throughout the body. Orgasms keep us healthy, and maybe even wise.



Reaching the Peak

What Is An Organic Orgasm?

Let's explore the importance of orgasm in our sexual experience.

Beyond Orgasmatron

Male and Female Orgasm: Not So Different?

The experience of orgasm for men and women is very similar.

Why Do Women Have Orgasms?

If female orgasm isn't biologically necessary, why does it exist?

Do Wealthy Men Give Women More Orgasms?

Scientific studies purport frequency of female orgasm correlates with wealth.

How to Boost a Woman's Chance of Orgasm During Intercourse

Only 25 percent of women are consistently orgasmic during intercourse.

Sex and the Peak Experience

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Orgasm: It's All In Your Head

Why the brain is the most important sex organ.

Faking It

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