In: Brain Functions, Drug Use and Addiction

Our brain produces natural or Endogenous Opiates (endorphins), that are involved in pain relief and reinforcement. These affect a man’s feelings when seeing an attractive woman – different from the feelings he derives from an orgasm.  Sexual Arousal vs Euphoria The chemical difference between the two feelings is produced becauseContinue Reading

In: Brain Functions, Sex and Gender Issues

Our brain is the single most important sex organ. Our own imagination can and often does influence sexual arousal and our desire. People who have little or no genital sensation due to spinal cord injuries, can still feel sexual desire (Willmuth, 1987). Also consider the potential of erotic sensation derivedContinue Reading