Breakups are hell. Doesn’t matter if you did the breaking up or got dumped—either way, it feels like getting your heart drop kicked off the Empire State Building. But why does it hurt so much? Why does getting over someone feel … [Read more...] about The Science Of Heartbreak: Why It Hurts And How To Heal Sooner Than Later
Sexuality
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Stamina & Wetness
Stamina Q: Hello Dr. Laurie. I’m a woman in my 30s and I eat well, exercise—both strength and cardio—and am otherwise healthy. There’s just something I’ve always battled with when it comes to sex. Though I can easily get … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Stamina & Wetness
Why People May Test Their Partners
Sometimes people in a relationship test each other to see how the other person reacts. Why do they do this? They do it because they’re looking for certain qualities in the other person and test them to see if they have these … [Read more...] about Why People May Test Their Partners
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Feeling Disconnected In Your Relationship
Disconnection Q: Hello Dr. Laurie. I am in my late 40s and have been with my wife for 15+ years. I think our problems are pretty typical of any couple our age, especially based on the questions I have seen you respond to here. … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Feeling Disconnected In Your Relationship
Sex & Performance Anxiety In 2025
Performance anxiety is hitting harder than ever, and it’s something a lot of men are quietly dealing with. Let’s face it—modern life isn’t doing us any favors and many men are having less sex and feeling less confident in the … [Read more...] about Sex & Performance Anxiety In 2025
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Regulating Emotions
Regulating Emotions Q: What do you do when you love your partner, but they have trouble regulating their emotions? I think I am a pretty chill person and handle the problems the world throws at me pretty well. I’ve had some … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Regulating Emotions
Tinder Fatigue
So many people these days are expressing their disappointment and frustration with the whole dating scene, especially when it comes to using dating apps. “Tinder fatigue” is the general term now being used to refer to the feeling … [Read more...] about Tinder Fatigue
Podcast: The Orgasm Gap
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie discusses the orgasm gap. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: The Orgasm Gap
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Womens’ Orgasms
Have I Been Faking It? Q: Hi Dr. Laurie. Recently something happened that made me question what’s happening with my sex life. I always thought that I was orgasming through sex, but my boyfriend made me doubt it. He said that it … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Womens’ Orgasms
Conscious Monogamy: What Is It And How To Know If It’s For You
Let’s get one thing straight—monogamy isn’t the default setting just because society says so. A lot of people are out here in traditional, closed relationships on autopilot, never questioning whether monogamy is a choice or a … [Read more...] about Conscious Monogamy: What Is It And How To Know If It’s For You
How Complaining Can Destroy A Relationship
On their first date, Eric took Charlotte to a café. On their second date he took her out for dinner at a nice restaurant. On their third date he took her bicycling. Eric put their bikes on his car and drove to a bicycle path. … [Read more...] about How Complaining Can Destroy A Relationship
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Helping A Partner With Mental Health Issues
Helping A Partner With Mental Health Issues Q: Hi Dr. Laurie. I was wondering if you’ve ever dealt with a couple who has issues like what I am going through with my boyfriend. We are both in our late 30s and he’s going through … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Helping A Partner With Mental Health Issues