1. What Is Orgasmic Dysfunction?
Orgasmic dysfunction can be diagnosed in both men and women and is defined as an inability to reach orgasm in general or with specific types of stimulation in particular. Research shows 10 to 15 percent of women have never had an orgasm while another 33 to 50 percent have infrequent orgasms. However, both men and women can be diagnosed with orgasmic dysfunction. 90 percent of the time the cause is non-organic (not of the body's chemistry) and more likely psychogenic (involving the mind). Medical conditions and medications can cause orgasmic dysfunction--a visit to your health care provider can eliminate a medical cause.
2. The G-Spot Debate
Ernst Grafenberg was the first to document the erogenous zone--the G-spot--that became popular in the 1980s. The G-spot is known as a region on the anterior vaginal wall behind the pubic bone and is known as a trigger for vaginal orgasm. Some experts debate the existence of the G-spot. There are some experts that claim there is no anatomical structure at the presumed site of the G-spot and therefore no G-spot. Others claim it to be a powerful aide in reaching orgasm--possibly because orgasm is so tied to our brains that simply believing in the G-spot makes it real.
3. You can Orgasm Without Genital Stimulation
Women have long reported orgasm without any actual genital stimulation. These orgasms are called extragenital orgasm and can occur with stimulation of other parts of the body--the neck or breasts or simply engaging the mind. Because orgasm is a reflex, the nerve pathways coming from the genitals do not need to be stimulated to cause an orgasm--thus the capability of extragenital orgasm. To further prove the point, women who are paralyzed have been documented as being capable of having an orgasm.
4. Orgasms Relieve Pain
Migraine sufferers may want to try this next tip. 20 percent of women experiencing a migraine headache were able to stop the pain immediately when they experienced an orgasm. Orgasms are also given credit for soothing menstrual cramps in some women--it is possible that the biochemicals (oxytocin in particular) that are released during an orgasm soak into the blood stream, making their way to the uterus causing relaxation and pain relief.
5. Orgasms are Healthy
Orgasms are healthy. They contribute relaxing biochemicals to the blood stream, reduce tension and increase feelings of intimacy and connection between two willing partners. Orgasms are not just seen in the pelvic region--muscles through out the body contract and even brain waves change. Sex and the resulting orgasm reduces stress, boosts immunity, helps pumps up your self esteem and can even improve your cardiovascular health. It can also help you sleep better, may reduce prostate cancer risk in men and it burns calories.
