STDs Among the Elderly

STDs Among the Elderly

Love / Love Tips

A 58-year-old man has problems urinating…a 65-year-old woman has abdominal pain…these may be common scenarios among older people, but many doctors aren’t looking for an increasingly common culprit: sexually transmitted diseases. A 2012 study by British researchers revealed that syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia have increased in 45- to 65-year-olds in…

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Lovemaking and Menstruation

Lovemaking and Menstruation

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If having sex at that time of the month has you or your mate seeing red, then you might hold off in favor of those other three weeks. Believe it or not, there are a few benefits of having sex on your period. A survey done by MensHealth.com found that…

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What You Don’t Know about Cheating Can Hurt You

What You Don’t Know about Cheating Can Hurt You

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It’s easy to make assumptions about people who cheat and the relationships they destroy in the process, but there are a lot of strange facts about cheating that may surprise you. When it comes to infidelity, most partners who have experienced it would agree it’s painful and downright destructive for…

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Are You a Drama Queen?

Are You a Drama Queen?

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If your relationships resemble those you had in junior high or can’t seem to thrive without trials and tribulations, then you might be a drama queen. Blowout fights coupled with periods of being attached at the hip, followed by intense jealousy – any of that sound familiar in your day-to-day…

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Understanding the Nature of the Enabler

Understanding the Nature of the Enabler

Love / Relationships

An enabler is a person who by their actions makes it easier for an addict to continue their self-destructive behavior by criticizing or rescuing. The term codependency refers to a relationship where one or both parties enable the other to act in certain maladaptive ways. Many times, the act of…

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When it Comes to Marriage, Go with Your Gut

When it Comes to Marriage, Go with Your Gut

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When embarking on the journey to wedded bliss, it’s natural to feel nervous along the way. It’s a big change, particularly if you’re not used to living with your soon-to-be spouse or sharing finances, having kids, and all the other trappings of marriage. The runaway bride has become a cliche,…

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Should Your Workout Buddy Be Your Partner?

Should Your Workout Buddy Be Your Partner?

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There are numerous benefits of having a person who will keep you motivated during a workout. Studies show that people who have a workout buddy are more inclined to stick with a program than those who don’t. But should that person be your spouse or significant other? It sounds like…

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The Bottom Line on Anal Sex

The Bottom Line on Anal Sex

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It’s taboo, it’s deviant, it’s outside the norm – we’re talking anal sex. But it’s also a type of sex that many couples do enjoy, regardless of their sexual orientation. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in early 2012 that more heterosexual men and women –…

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Bad Sex Advice You Shouldn’t Follow

Bad Sex Advice You Shouldn’t Follow

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When it comes to taking the advice of a sex columnist, a little common sense goes a long way. And whether you’ve been with your partner for years and are looking to spice things up or just days and need a little refresher on technique, it’s easy to separate the…

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