Sex for Dummies - Ruth K Westheimer

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Auteur(s) : Ruth K Westheimer

Editeur : Wiley

Langue : Anglais

Parution : 01/07/2019

Format : Moyen, de 350g à 1kg

Nombre de pages : 480

Expédition : 652

Dimensions : 23.6 x 19.2 x 2.5

ISBN : 1119596564

Résumé :

Everything you need to know about sex in the 21st century

S-e-x isn't a bad three-letter word-but many of us are afraid to talk about it. In this new edition of the fun and comprehensive guide to sex, you'll find out how to approach intimacy in a new way to get the most pleasure from a physical relationship. Written by the world's favorite expert on the topic, Dr. Ruth helps you explore the ins and outs of dating and commitment, talk about sex with partners, and consider any health and social issues you may encounter along the way.

As well as giving you all you need to know about how to make your sex life happy, safe, and rewarding, this edition of Sex for Dummies has been updated to include discussions of recent changes and issues surrounding sexual topics -?such as transgender rights and the #metoo movement -?to provide a modern, 360-degree view of how our diverse sexualities impact and enrich the world around us.?

• Whether experienced or not, get the low down on how sex works
• Find out how to spice up yoursex life
• Take precautions to stay healthy
• Discover 10 common sexual myths -?and why they're wrong

Thanks to the timeless wisdom and unabashed honesty that only Dr. Ruth can offer, sex doesn't have to be taboo -?and this book makes it easier than ever to let your hair down in the bedroom while still keeping your head on straight! ???

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Biographie:
Impossible, No 67

If You're North of the 29th Parallel 73

Practical Dating Tips for All Ages 75

Should You Have Sex On a First Date? 76

Chapter 5: Introducing Sex into a Relationship 77

Determining When the Time is Right 79

Safety First 82

Advice for Virgins 84

Advice for Those with Prior Experience 85

Chapter 6: Commitment and Marriage 89

Knowing That Love Isn't Enough 90

Handling Children and Commitment 90

Putting Your Marriage First 91

Strengthening Your Marriage 91

Chapter 7: It's All about Control: Contraception and Sex 97

Why Use Contraceptives? 98

Considering Your Birth Control Options 100

Facing Facts about Birth Control Myths 119

If Your Method Fails 122

Chapter 8: Growing Up Fast: The Challenges of the Teen Years 127

Being a Teenager in the 21st Century 128

Evolving into Adulthood 130

Dealing with Common Concerns 131

Protecting Your Privacy 141

Don't Stop Here 142

Part 2: Doing It 143

Chapter 9: Foreplay: Revving Up Your Engines 145

Foreplay for Life 145

Linking the Emotional to the Physical 146

Setting the Stage 147

Getting Physical 149

Switching Gears: Engaging the Genitals 154

Moving on to the Main Event 159

Variety is the Spice of Foreplay 160

Chapter 10: Intercourse: Coming Together for the First Time 161

What's the Rush? 162

Making Your First Time Special 163

The First Time for Women 167

The First Time for Men 170

The First Time All Over Again 171

Chapter 11: Changing Positions: Variations on a Theme 173

The Good Old Missionary Position 174

The Female-Superior Position 177

Taking Her from Behind 179

East Side, West Side, Side by Side 183

Lap Dancing 184

The Oceanic Position 185

Standing Up 186

Oral Sex: Using Your Mouth 187

Anal Sex: Handle with Care 188

Safe Sex: Playing Alone Together 189

Sex During and After Pregnancy: Orgasms are Okay, with Changes 189

Chapter 12: Going for the Big O 195

What is an Orgasm, Anyway? 195

Experiencing Orgasms: Differences for Men and Women 196

Achieving Orgasm: Let Me Count the Ways 199

Don't Try - Let It Come You'll Be Glad You Did 202

Putting on Your O-Face: Responding to the Orgasmic Experience 203

The Best Reason to Have an Orgasm 204

Chapter 13: Afterplay: Embracing the Moment 205

Understanding the Importance of Afterplay 206

Sharing the Moment 207

The Simplest of Techniques 209

Chapter 14: Spicing Up Your Sex Life 211

Using Variety to Add Some Va Va Va Voom to Your Sex Life 212

Expanding Your Toy Chest 214

What If You're Just Never in the Mood? 217

Part 3: Different Strokes 219

Chapter 15: Enjoying Oral Sex 221

Overcoming Your Inhibitions 222

Leaving Him Breathless: What Men Like 223

Making Her Toes Curl: What Women Like 225

Dealing with Some Delicate Details 227

Assuming the Position 229

Addressing the Safety Issue 230

Chapter 16: Savoring Solo Play and Fantasy 233

Exploring the Mythology of Masturbation 233

Avoiding Too Much of a Good Thing 235

Masturbation: Good for All Ages 236

Masturbation Education 239

Fantasy: It's All in Your Head 244

Chapter 17: Keeping Up with Cybersex and Other Hot Stuff 247

Eyes Wide Open: A Word of Caution 247<...

Sommaire:

Introduction 1

About This Book 1

Foolish Assumptions 3

Icons Used in This Book 4

Beyond the Book 4

Where to Go from Here 5

Part 1: Getting Ready for Sex 7

Chapter 1: So You Want to Know More about Sex 9

What is Sex, Anyway? 10

So Why Do We Have It? 10

Understanding the Ins and Outs of the Sexual Response Cycle 16

Partnering Up 18

Playing It Safe 20

Adjusting Over Time 20

Are You Ready to Get Busy? 21

Chapter 2: Tuning the Male Organ 23

The Penis: Inside and Out 23

Grasping the Basics of Your Testicles 31

The Prostate Gland 37

Chapter 3: Demystifying the Female Parts 39

Making Time for a Grand Tour 40

Translating All Those Latin Terms 41

The Men Words: Menstruation and Menopause 49

Breasts: Hanging in There 55

Chapter 4: Dating 59

Does Anybody Still Date? 60

Where Chemistry and Physics Mingle 60

Giving Romance a Chance to Bloom 61

Overcoming Loneliness and Getting Yourself in Dating Shape 62

A Road Map for the Dating Apps 63

The Thrill of the Chase, the Bummer of Rejection 65

Finding the Right Partner: Difficult, Yes...