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Nurturing Humanity Research Institute, dba Pleasure Positive Institute
1125 Howe St, Suite 915, Vancouver BC
(+1) 778 806 1219
Promoting equality and pleasure in human sexuality for all people.
Unlocking the power of connection through pleasure.
Pleasure-positive sexuality research focuses on ‘what works’ in sex.
Why? Because…
To ignore sexual pleasure in global health efforts is to present a conceptualization of sexual health that is unrealistic and disconnected from people’s experiences, aspirations, and concerns.
~ Global Advisory Board for Sexual Health and Wellbeing
93% of sex research focuses on sexual problems
In over 40 years of sex research, only 7% has focused on positive aspects of sexuality.
Our Solution
Is to focus on four key research priorities.
Pleasure Equality for Women
Women’s pleasure is poorly understood, with a gap between the pleasure women experience in sex compared with men.
To be equal in relationships we need to understand and promote women’s pleasure in sex.
Positive Masculinity
Many are struggling with the tension between masculinity and positive sexuality, resulting in pain, loneliness and confusion. We need to support men to understand and resolve this tension in order to experience more connection and pleasure.
Positive Touch for All
Touch starvation is increasing in our world, and the consequences are dire. We need to better understand and develop the capacity to give and receive positive sexual touch, which will enhance to personal health, pleasure and connection.
Clinical Tools
There is a scarcity of clinical tools that focus on the positive aspects of sexuality. PSI is dedicated to developing our understanding, and provide evidence-based sex therapy tools, that enhance sexual pleasure and connection.
What We Do
Positive Sexuality Research
We often hear about stress, anxiety, and mental health challenges in our conversations today. However, we sometimes overlook the importance of pleasure—the happiness, empowerment and contentment that help us thrive. Our initiative focuses on the role of sexual pleasure in our lives, with the goal of improving well-being for everyone.
Sexual pleasure is not frivolous or unnecessary. It is proven essential, for:
- Relationship bonding and strength
- Gender equality
- Affirmation of life
- Reduction of sexual risk-taking
- Improved sexual health
Community Eventts
We provide workshops and community events to promote pleasure-positive sexuality.
Resources for Everyone
We offer articles, videos, seminars and information that explore what works for positive sexuality and offer helpful tips and tools from those in the know.
Clinical Training
We provide clinicians information and intensive training seminars in the area of pleasure-positive sexuality. As well, a variety of resources including accessible assessment and inervention manuals, practical tools and online platforms will developed and made available.
Get involved
Donate
Join us as we fundraise with our raffles, fundraising events, and donating on the website. Help further positive sexuality research and education. A tax-deductible donation in memory or honor of someone special helps PPI continue funding cutting-edge research.
Volunteer
For those who are interested and motivated to advocate for positive sexuality, promote positive pleasures & foster connection. There are many ways to support us. Find out more about the different areas where we need help now..
Join Us
Join other individuals, couples, educators and researchers to discuss ways to expand our understanding of positive sexuality. Access psychological tools, articles and other benefits.