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About Dr. Lehmiller

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Dr. Justin Lehmiller received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Purdue University. He is a Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute and author of the book Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life. Dr. Lehmiller is an award-winning educator, having been honored three times with the Certificate of Teaching Excellence from Harvard University, where he taught for several years.

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Do Sex Toys Improve Sexual Satisfaction?

December 18, 2025 by Merissa Prine

Let’s be honest, almost everyone has found themselves scrambling for a last-minute holiday gift at some point. If you’re still searching for a memorable gift for your partner this year, why not think a little differently and choose something that promotes connection, closeness, and intimacy? Consider giving a gift that’s meant to be shared: a...

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Do Sex Toys Improve Sexual Satisfaction?
New Technology Helps Treat Erectile Dysfunction At Home
New Technology Helps Treat Erectile Dysfunction At Home

December 10, 2025 by Emily Mendelson

** Note: This post is sponsored by Firmtech. ** Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most common sexual health issues experienced by men. [1] It becomes increasingly prevalent as...

Sex Ed
Top Books We Read in 2025
Top Books We Read in 2025

December 4, 2025 by Merissa Prine

As this year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on all of the incredible books we’ve covered on the podcast and blog in 2025. We have learned a ton about...

Books & Films
Self-Pleasure As Menopause Symptom Management
Self-Pleasure As Menopause Symptom Management

November 26, 2025 by Emily Mendelson

Recently, we covered a new study assessing how trends in masturbation have changed over time. This research found that, across gender, the number of people who report having masturbated before...

Gender, Sex Ed
How Masturbation Trends Have Changed Over Time
How Masturbation Trends Have Changed Over Time

November 20, 2025 by Merissa Prine

If you’re a dedicated reader or listener of Sex and Psychology, you probably already know that we love talking about masturbation, including its history, its common misconceptions, and its many...

Gender, Sex Ed
Study Abroad With Me in Paris and Amsterdam!
Study Abroad With Me in Paris and Amsterdam!

November 13, 2025 by Emily Mendelson

We are excited to announce that our study abroad program with Sexual Health Alliance is back for 2026! We will be returning to Amsterdam once again, but we’re also offering...

Sex Ed
How Seasonal Affective Disorder Affects Sexual Desire
How Seasonal Affective Disorder Affects Sexual Desire

November 10, 2025 by Merissa Prine

As daylight hours shorten and the weather turns colder, it’s possible that you may have noticed a shift in your overall mood, or that you feel more tired, unmotivated, and...

Psychology
Tell Me What You Want

Tell Me What You Want

Discover what the largest survey of sexual fantasies in America tells us about the erotic mind – and how to have a healthier, hotter sex life.

Sex and Psychology Podcast

Sex and Psychology Podcast

Take a deep dive into the psychology of sex and relationships. This is the sex ed you never got in school – and won’t get anywhere else.

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