EP417 - Come Play with Me: How to Sext Like an Expert

EP417 - Come Play with Me: How to Sext Like an Expert

Author: Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.D, Psychology of Sex | Couple Therapy | Sex Education December 17, 2024 Duration: 27:45

Welcome to Episode 417 of the Sexology Podcast! In this episode, I'm excited to be joined by Dr. Debby Herbenick, who speaks to me about sexting, its role in sexual development, and how we can navigate this topic with care and understanding.


Dr. Debby Herbenick is an internationally recognized sexual and reproductive health professor, researcher, and educator.


She is a Provost Professor at the Indiana University School of Public Health and director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion.For more than 20 years, she has dedicated her efforts to understanding how people experience their bodies and sexual lives.


Among her 200+ peer-reviewed scientific publications, she has published on population-level sexual health issues (including Zika knowledge and adolescent/young adult sexuality education), college sexual health, and changing sexual behavior trends. Dr. Herbenick has also developed and validated measurement scales to assess genital self-image (which can be thought of as how people feel about their genitals and is relevant to people’s willingness to seek healthcare) as well as sexual pleasure.


In this episode, you will hear:


●      Sexting As Part Of Adolescent Development

●      State Laws And Legal Risks Of Sexting

●      Educating Teens To Reduce Risky Behaviors

●      Open Communication Between Parents And Teens

●      Sexting Risks And Practices For Adults

●      Privacy Protection And Harm Reduction Tips

●      AI-Generated Nudes And Their Impact

●      Trusted Adults To Support Teens’ Education

●      Dr. Herbenick’s New Book On Teen Sexual Health



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Curiosity about human sexuality is universal, yet finding grounded, evidence-based conversations can be surprisingly difficult. That’s where Sexology comes in. Hosted by clinical psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Nazanin Moali, this weekly series moves beyond sensationalism and stigma to bring you thoughtful dialogues with leading experts, researchers, and therapists. Each episode delves into the nuanced psychology of sex, intimacy, and relationships, translating complex findings into relatable insights. You’ll hear conversations that address the questions many ponder but hesitate to voice, covering everything from desire and communication to the science of pleasure and emotional connection. Dr. Moali’s background in both couple therapy and sex education ensures these discussions are both academically rigorous and deeply practical. Rather than offering quick fixes, this podcast provides a compassionate space to understand the multifaceted nature of our sexual selves. Tuning in feels like gaining access to a candid, confidential forum where nothing is off-limits and everything is examined with respect and intellectual curiosity. For anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of personal or relational dynamics, Sexology offers a trusted, enlightening resource that demystifies the complexities of human sexuality through a scientific and therapeutic lens.
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