More Sex, Dating & Relationships - Page 8
Meta's new AI dating coach is a prude, apparently
Carter, a "practical" AI dating coach, seemingly kink shames you.
By Anna Iovine
![carter, meta's ai dating coach](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/010awqBZnDWetyjmVuF12b3/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1696600855.png)
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What is premature ejaculation?
Finishing too soon during sex can be very distressing, but it is definitely treatable.
By Gigi Engle
![Doctor talking to patient in hospital.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03IlqHmXWXjbuRlKcFUodiW/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1696515186.jpg)
![Doctor talking to patient in hospital.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03IlqHmXWXjbuRlKcFUodiW/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1696515186.jpg)
One More Page 3 campaign showcases model with double mastectomy
Porn director Erika Lust brings back the controversial Page 3 — but this time it's to raise breast cancer awareness.
By Anna Iovine
![topless model danni moore, with double mastectomy scars and tattoos](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00wuTAFxqrrRfEj4TPtvyXn/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1696427516.png)
![topless model danni moore, with double mastectomy scars and tattoos](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00wuTAFxqrrRfEj4TPtvyXn/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1696427516.png)
What is 'veto power' in non-monogamous relationships and why is it so problematic?
Having the power to 'veto' your partner’s other partners can have some seriously messy outcomes.
By Gigi Engle
![A heart-shaped ornament and a clip with several felt colored hearts](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04X0cGov85O5OYq8N4YilvF/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1696338959.jpg)
![A heart-shaped ornament and a clip with several felt colored hearts](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04X0cGov85O5OYq8N4YilvF/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1696338959.jpg)
'Sex Education' perfectly sums up the politics and intimacy issues around sending nudes
It’s a complicated but important conversation to have, with partners and ourselves.
By Charley Ross
![Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn in Sex Education Season 4.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03nZbHKqiftvwb3ZJlF1KuC/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1696001548.jpg)
![Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn in Sex Education Season 4.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03nZbHKqiftvwb3ZJlF1KuC/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1696001548.jpg)
What is the 'One-Penis Policy' in consensual non-monogamy and is it problematic?
If you’re only willing to allow your partner to explore with people who don’t have penises, you probably need to check yourself.
By Gigi Engle
![Illustration of a woman kissing a male partner on the left, and the same woman kissing a female partner on the right.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04RO13lCYSGc1pPy3aU1Meg/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1695903154.jpg)
![Illustration of a woman kissing a male partner on the left, and the same woman kissing a female partner on the right.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04RO13lCYSGc1pPy3aU1Meg/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1695903154.jpg)
Audio erotica app Bloom debuts AI roleplay chatbots
You can now "interact" with characters from sexy Bloom stories.
By Anna Iovine
![exchange between bloom chat and user](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01ZqK3eh9b8sq746UAcqwGs/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1695410226.png)
![exchange between bloom chat and user](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01ZqK3eh9b8sq746UAcqwGs/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1695410226.png)
Need sex help? Try this AI sex coach.
Nothing can replace comprehensive sex ed, but this can provide some help.
By Anna Iovine
![wave of symbols of sex ed topics like lgbtq flag and pregnancy test flow out of a computer](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05OKxfCfIspsu7srpyKkccg/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1695306743.png)
![wave of symbols of sex ed topics like lgbtq flag and pregnancy test flow out of a computer](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05OKxfCfIspsu7srpyKkccg/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1695306743.png)
Snag a LELO Smart Wand 2 for less than $100 on Amazon
This is the lowest price we've seen.
![lelo smart wand 2 large](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01JcPIub59yBLoW1oV6W3VD/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1695052875.png)
![lelo smart wand 2 large](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01JcPIub59yBLoW1oV6W3VD/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1695052875.png)
Is being bi a choice? 37 percent of Americans think so.
Bi stereotypes start coming and they don't stop coming.
By Anna Iovine
![adult man on his back with bisexual flag on a sunny day](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06SY1UjlMeYdW6WU8wYsOV6/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1695048784.jpg)
![adult man on his back with bisexual flag on a sunny day](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06SY1UjlMeYdW6WU8wYsOV6/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1695048784.jpg)
What are karmic partners? The TikTok dating term explained.
On TikTok, the hashtag #karmicpartner has 60.4 million views.
By Beth Ashley
![Illustration of a man and woman sitting side by side on a sofa, the man has his arm around the woman who looks unimpressed.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06lpyO8CQTM2RCt3bRtCnfD/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694794072.jpg)
![Illustration of a man and woman sitting side by side on a sofa, the man has his arm around the woman who looks unimpressed.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06lpyO8CQTM2RCt3bRtCnfD/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694794072.jpg)
3 situationship types to watch out for this cuffing season
Cuffing season is upon us. Here's situationships you may find yourself in, according to Bumble.
By Anna Iovine
![woman turning her head, lighting a cigarette, with a silhouette of a man visible in her sunglasses](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01kmN3BeEe2al8knupTW6Eu/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694699212.jpg)
![woman turning her head, lighting a cigarette, with a silhouette of a man visible in her sunglasses](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01kmN3BeEe2al8knupTW6Eu/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694699212.jpg)
Apple and Android users paused Pornhub to watch the iPhone 15 announcement
This year's Apple event held everyone's attention — even those on Pornhub. At least for a bit.
By Anna Iovine
![left: iphone and apple watch; right: pornhub logo](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02vPUiDZN8UOwbTdS530O1d/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694631661.png)
![left: iphone and apple watch; right: pornhub logo](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02vPUiDZN8UOwbTdS530O1d/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694631661.png)
Durex is recruiting condom testers
50 lucky winners will test out the Durex Nude condom.
By Anna Iovine
![red durex condom wrappers](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02qUvb9iT1gLc67pmPXiTEm/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694534839.jpg)
![red durex condom wrappers](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02qUvb9iT1gLc67pmPXiTEm/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694534839.jpg)
Hinge wants to help you stay off your damn phone on a date
78 percent of Hinge daters assume their match isn't interested if they're on their phone during the date.
By Anna Iovine
![two people in an embrace](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01pgyGOdfDSmJELhQdNZDhc/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694106510.png)
![two people in an embrace](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01pgyGOdfDSmJELhQdNZDhc/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694106510.png)
Anti-porn laws: A full list, state-by-state
State legislatures have made tangible progress this year with sometimes-bipartisan age verification laws.
![Four keys from a computer keyboard, spelling out the word "porn". A light pink backdrop behind.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/059AUf4ynfVhjtHuXIG05V5/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694186520.jpg)
![Four keys from a computer keyboard, spelling out the word "porn". A light pink backdrop behind.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/059AUf4ynfVhjtHuXIG05V5/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694186520.jpg)
Why is tutorial porn so popular right now?
"I was amazed that you could masturbate and learn about sex at the same time."
By Beth Ashley
![Illustration of a woman standing in front of a chalkboard with mathematical equations behind her, featuring "xxx" and "69"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06rjToy3y7WJ9xlEFOjK9oz/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694184596.jpg)
![Illustration of a woman standing in front of a chalkboard with mathematical equations behind her, featuring "xxx" and "69"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06rjToy3y7WJ9xlEFOjK9oz/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694184596.jpg)
Where was the pleasure when Anthony lost his 'ass virginity' in 'And Just Like That'?
Anthony’s expression reinforced the idea that bottoming for anal sex is something you do for your partner, not for your own pleasure.
By Quinn Rhodes
![Giuseppe (Sebastiano Pigazzi) and Anthony (Mario Cantone) stand in Carrie's closet facing each other](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00c3Nq6J5Zu1ejtcuuECoin/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694013546.jpg)
![Giuseppe (Sebastiano Pigazzi) and Anthony (Mario Cantone) stand in Carrie's closet facing each other](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00c3Nq6J5Zu1ejtcuuECoin/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694013546.jpg)
What teachers and parents wish they could tell kids about porn
"I overhear kids as young as 11 talk about porn in my classes."
By Beth Ashley
![A hand writes the word 'porn' in block capitals in chalk on a blackboard](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05iB2RFtEd0SyrhoilF3WjM/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1694003756.jpg)
![A hand writes the word 'porn' in block capitals in chalk on a blackboard](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05iB2RFtEd0SyrhoilF3WjM/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1694003756.jpg)
Can watching ethical porn help improve our sexual body image?
"Slowly, over time, it showed me I could be sexy too. That my body is sexy."
![A naked woman with curvy body watches porn on her phone and gazes in a mirror.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01o2ipMSXTeMtugpcagcHmb/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1693836882.jpg)
![A naked woman with curvy body watches porn on her phone and gazes in a mirror.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01o2ipMSXTeMtugpcagcHmb/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1693836882.jpg)
What are cybersex crimes? Read an extract from 'The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy'
Cybersex crimes are insidious, eerily perverse and, for the most part, committed by complete strangers through technology that is hard to trace.
![A triptych of images showing journalist Maya Oppenheim, holding her book The Pocket Guide to The Patriarchy along with two other photos showing the cover of the book.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04xGvT8RxR2tJbK6HOLjwJW/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1693584021.jpg)
![A triptych of images showing journalist Maya Oppenheim, holding her book The Pocket Guide to The Patriarchy along with two other photos showing the cover of the book.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04xGvT8RxR2tJbK6HOLjwJW/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1693584021.jpg)