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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. ~ GAB

Our Mission

Positive sexuality research focuses on ‘what works’ rather than what doesn’t. The vast majority of current research in this area focuses on sexual problems or dysfunction, we need to know more about what positive sexuality looks like and how to enhance it.

Research Areas

Pleasure Equity

The orgasm gap, why so many women are not experiencing orgasm with heterosexual intercourse.

Positive Masculinity

Men are experiencing confusion of their in their sex lives and in their relationships. Positive Sexuality Institute is dedicated to understanding and supporting men in these changes in sexual roles.

Touch Starvation

The virtual world is engaging and decreasing our proximity to others leading to loneliness and other health problems. Human beings need touch. And the consequences are dire without it. PSI is dedicated to understanding the importance of all types of touch.

Clinical Tools

Sex therapists have many tools to work with, but which ones are effective in what situation? PSI looks at the practical tools to create better connection between individuals and couples, and their effectiveness.

What we do

Positive Sexuality Research

In our free pathway descriptions you’ll learn what really drives, inspires and worries different erotic personalities, helping you build more exciting & meaningful relationships.

Areas of research

Positive Sexuality Education

Some personalities understand each other more than others. Read about the most common issues couples encounter and get ideas on how to address these differences.

Tools & Assessments for Educators

Collaborate with Others

We’ve developed many sexual assessments to help you explore how your erotic traits affect various aspects of your sexual life – your confidence, your relationships, your fulfillment, etc.

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