Keep Your Pants Off!
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Clitoral orgasms are special indeed, however; it’s unlikely that human beings are the only species who enjoy the privilege. Virtually all female mammals have some manner of clitoris. Scientists have been able to produce vaginal and uterine contractions in chimps and cows through clitoral stimulation. This suggests these animals may be physically capable of orgasm, although whether they experience climax during intercourse is not known.
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Did you know?
Clomipramine is an anti-depressant. Typical effects include elevation of mood, increased physical appetite and a boost in appetite. Side effect may include dizziness, dry mouth, sweating and in very rare cases…orgasms while yawning. In 1995 an article in the Canadian Journal of Psychiatry reported that 4 patients experienced this very unusual and not entirely unpleasant reaction while on the drug. As of 2006 it was estimated that approximate 5% of patients taking Clomipramine have the yawn induced orgasms.
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As any child of the 80s remembers – this is your brain on drugs. But did you also know that this is your brain during an orgasm?
Dutch professor Gert Holstege and his research team observed that the neurological response during orgasm their reserach subjects was remarkably similar to the effects of heroin. Scientists believe that the brain does have a pleasure centre or reward circuit, which can be stimulated by laughter, certain forms of drug use and of course…sex!
1. Would you rather…
A. Have your best friend hook up with your greatest rival?
B. Have your best friend hook up with your greatest crush?
2. Would you rather…
A. Have an orgasm every five years?
B. Have an orgasm every five minutes?
3. Would you rather…
A. Show up naked at your high school reunion?
B. Show up naked at your family reunion?
The comments are open!
Did you know that many people who have sustained spinal cord injury are still able to experience orgasm? While sexual function will almost certainly look and feel different, studies that indicate that nearly half of people with an SCI have orgasms, with many more reporting active, enjoyable sex lives, regardless of their ability to climax.
Now you know!
.Nadine is a sexual health educator, a playwright, poet, burlesque performer, partner and parent living in Ottawa, Ontario. She enjoys candy, fashion and dreck television. She does not care for pants. Photo by Justin Van Leeuwen.
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