When a partner can only orgasm using their hand during sex, it can bring a lot of anxiety into the bedroom.

What is death grip syndrome? And do I have it?

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You told us you're feeling confused, angry, scared and worried about the current gender violence crisis, so how do you even date right now?

We chat to clinical psychologist and men's mental health expert Dr Zac Seidler about the important conversations we need to be having and how to have them.

Support numbers:

1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732

LIFELINE: 13 11 14

How To Date In The Current Gender Violence Crisis

Struggling to know what to say on a first date? Whether you’re socially anxious and need some ice breakers, or you want to suss if this person is compatible and on the same page.

We’ve put together the ultimate list of your favourite first date questions.

What To Ask On A First Date

If you feel extreme sadness, anxiety, irritability, breast tenderness and bloating before you get your period, you might have Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).

PMDD is a severe form of PMS and it can completely impact your work and relationships. In this episode Dr Theresa Larkin explains PMDD and what to do if you think you might have it.

Could Your PMS Actually Be PMDD?

Taking a break from dating, sex and relationships? TikTok's calling it 'boy/girl sober' and it's become a huge trend to delete the apps, reset and go celibate.

We find out why you're going sober and some of the benefits.

What Is The 'Boy/Girl Sober' Movement?

If you or your partner can only cum using sex toys and you're worried about it, well you shouldn't be.

Sexologist Lauren French is here to tell you why, and what to do about it.

What is death grip syndrome? And do I have it?

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