What motivates young people to sext? It's complicated, research finds, especially for young women.

"The non-verbal components of consent take careful attention and are really vital." Interviews suggest teens think consent just means "yes" or "no."

A new study says 4 types of online sexual experience can predict sexual assault. But, say the researchers, don't ban your child's phone.

When it comes to resuming sex after childbirth, "there is not one strict recommendation or guideline that applies to everyone."

"Sex may set the stage for deepening the emotional connection between strangers."

In a recent study, most women with vulvodynia had less pain and improved sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction after taking gabapentin.

Giving fathers the education and support they need to talk to their sons about condom use could be a key way to reduce STIs.

Doctors should instead focus on managing the common sexually transmitted infection once it has been diagnosed.