Six Reasons to Have Sex Every Week

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  • Posted By: luck_2_you @ 12/12/2007 1:53:16 PM

    I truly doubt this study.
    First, there is no specific details. Don't ask me what the details are, just see how many questions people are throwing here. Second, it doesn't have any validity or reliability in it.
    More importantly, if this study is true and women who have lots of sex get all the benefit listed in the article, ALL PROSTITUTES WILL HAVE AN ETERNAL LIFE, which isn't quite true.

  • Posted By: gthyatt @ 12/11/2007 8:16:06 PM

    Well...this study only confirms what I have known all my life. I knew it had to be true. Sex with someone you love and are committed to is much too enjoyable and exhilirating not to have beneficial side effects. But...I do believe you need to love and respect the person with whom you are intimate.

  • Posted By: happy now @ 12/11/2007 12:05:35 PM

    Was this study done on people in monogamous long term relationships, or those just "having sex?" I bet the most benefits come when the relationship is stable, long term and the sex is really love making, not just sex for sex's sake. As a woman, I can say, if it's not truly consenual, happy sex, it's not good for her soul. Now I am having truly that, and there's a world of difference. And if couple's arent' interested, they need to get their hormone levels checked and go to counseling! Love making should be a joy and blessing!

    • Posted By: AD21 @ 12/11/2007 6:45:25 PM

      I agree- and am glad you've found what's good for your soul. I think there's a huge difference between a loving, committed sexual relationship and casual sex. I used to think "making love" was just a euphemism for "having sex." Now I know that it can be literally true- sex with someone you love can deepen and expand that love. It really is "making love" -but only if the love is already there.

      But once a week? Sounds a bit skimpy to us!

  • Posted By: Jones_Snr @ 12/11/2007 10:39:13 AM

    Are there LONG TERM benefits for us men other than to procreate? Our sole intent when we have sex is to please our woman...well, isn't it?

    • Posted By: AD21 @ 12/11/2007 6:38:23 PM

      Are you serious? You mean you don't like sex, and you only have it 'cause your girlfriend wants it?

      Sorry if you do, I just find that kind of hard to believe. Seems like there are a lot of benefits- feeling good, relaxation, most important -feeling connected and loving to a partner.... If you're not feeling those things, its something worth looking into. Maybe you have 'performance anxiety' or some other issues, your partner or a therapist could help you with.

  • Posted By: 6_ GRAMPS @ 12/11/2007 7:14:48 AM

    All the benefits you talk about are for the women, which is ok with me. But what about us guys ? i know there are some benefits for men. I know there are going to be a lot of jokes about what i said, but really, what about the men?

    • Posted By: AD21 @ 12/11/2007 6:32:09 PM

      Oh, come on- you don't know what the benefits are?????

  • Posted By: katmetalman @ 12/10/2007 10:10:26 PM

    A trap that some women fall into is get pregnant, and then its ALL ABOUT THE BABY, and the Relationship needs are Not met.. if you are parents- You Got To Keep The ROMANCE GOING,

    • Posted By: AD21 @ 12/11/2007 6:31:26 PM

      Hey kametalman-

      Yeah, masturbation is good- maybe not as goos as romance, but it sure feels good- and I bet it has some of the same benefits.

      What's this talk about a trap? Where would you be if your mom hadn't fallen into this "trap"? If it becomes "all about the baby," it's probably because babies are a huge responsibility, and a hell of a lot of work! If you become a dad, please remember this. Put as much effort into taking care of your child as your partner does, and then, and only then, will you have ground to stand on in complaining that your needs aren't being met!

  • Posted By: kgcoder @ 12/10/2007 8:08:52 PM

    I am 55 and my wife is 57. We both lost interest in sex over 4 years ago. Neither of us feels attractive to the other, so any attempt to have sex would be extremely stressful. I can't imagine it having any benefits.

    • Posted By: MariSafari @ 12/11/2007 3:23:40 PM

      I can't imagine loosing interest in sex. I CAN imagine not being attracted to someone (even yourself). I think you have to love and respect yourself and your partner for sex to be good. Say one or ten things a day that you like about yourself and eachother. Hold hands, kiss, take a walk together., look into eachothers eyes. Sex is fun, laugh, and don't be too serious. Good luck!

  • Posted By: eagle46 @ 12/11/2007 11:31:54 AM

    I remember when I was in my teens and my 20s,30s,40s and 50s. Sex was very good and still on my mind.

  • Posted By: eagle46 @ 12/11/2007 11:29:12 AM

    I do remeber the young era when I was in my teens, 20s,30s,40s,50s and even 60s. Plenty of sex and good times. It is in my mine and even now I am looking for it.

  • Posted By: eagle46 @ 12/11/2007 11:26:53 AM

    I remember when I was in my teens and my 20s,30s,40s and 50s. Sex was very good and still on my mind.

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  • Posted By: Robin (the PENSIEVE one) @ 12/11/2007 9:06:55 AM

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  • Posted By: deansmith1010 @ 12/11/2007 12:15:59 AM

    WOOOPIEEE!!!!!!!!!
    Finally,....a medical study we can all believe in.

  • Posted By: djonesss @ 12/10/2007 10:24:49 PM

    Does this study include masturbation?

    • Posted By: katmetalman @ 12/10/2007 11:57:08 PM

      No it Dont include masterbation for the single and lonely, because you cant be Romantic with your self,

  • Posted By: monalissant @ 12/10/2007 9:08:08 PM

    my husband and i haven't had sex since our son was born - over 6 years ago..... guess i should dig my grave.

    • Posted By: honest1 @ 12/10/2007 10:31:29 PM

      No, you need to sign the divorce papers honey because I bet you anything HE has had sex since your son was born. Just not with you! And who would blame him. I wouldnt wait six years either!

  • Posted By: djonesss @ 12/10/2007 10:25:42 PM

    Does this study includes masturbation for the single and lonely?

  • Posted By: Playabum @ 12/10/2007 10:02:32 PM

    We're in our late fifties and have been married 25 years. We have sex two or three times a week and it's still great. It's good to learn that we're doing something good for our health while we're having fun.

  • Posted By: Playabum @ 12/10/2007 10:00:55 PM

    We're in our late 50s and have been married 25 years. We have sex two or three times a week and it's still great. It's good to know we're doing something constructive for our health at the same time we're having fun.

  • Posted By: katmetalman @ 12/10/2007 9:51:45 PM

    Its a sad thing that most are too busy with work, self wants and needs, and Dont take time to LOVE...

  • Posted By: katmetalman @ 12/10/2007 9:46:25 PM

    if your in a relationship and you have not had Sex, Romance, or anything for several years- there is a PROBLEM...

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