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Author Fogel Mersy, Lauren, author.

Title Desire : an inclusive guide to navigating libido differences in relationships / Lauren Fogel Mersy, PsyD, and Jennifer A. Vencill, PhD, ABPP.

Publication Info. Boston : Beacon Press, [2023]
©2023

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Location Call No. Status
 Avon Free Public Library - Adult Department  306.7 FOGEL MERSY    Check Shelf
 West Hartford, Noah Webster Library - Adult New Materials  613.9071 FOGEL MERSY    Check Shelf
 Windsor, Wilson Branch - New Materials  155.31 FO    Check Shelf
Description xxiii, 258 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-229) and index.
Summary "A radically inclusive, sex-positive guide to managing the inevitable libido differences in our relationships, authored by two licensed sex therapists who are passionate about good sex"-- Provided by publisher.
Contents Introduction: It's complicated -- The lowdown on libido -- Cultural and societal factors -- Interpersonal factors -- Individual factors -- Connection with self -- Connection with partner(s) -- Sensate focus -- Partners with higher libido -- When to kick it up a notch.
Summary Fogel Mersy and Vencill invites readers of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures to shed the shame and misinformation that surround the topic of sex. Desire differences are one of the most common relationship issues, yet it can be difficult to find help. The authors integrate evidence-based relationship therapy techniques for better communication around sex, as well as include techniques, exercises, checklists, and journal prompts for readers to use at their own pace to fit their needs. Whatever your identity, sexual practices, or reason for picking up this book, the authors will help you reach your personal sexual health goals. -- adapted from jacket
Subject Libido.
Sex (Psychology)
Sexual health.
Sex therapy.
Sexual excitement.
SELF-HELP / Sexual Instruction.
Libido. (OCoLC)fst01922035
Sex (Psychology) (OCoLC)fst01114228
Sex therapy. (OCoLC)fst01114665
Sexual excitement. (OCoLC)fst01114851
Sexual health. (OCoLC)fst01754480
Added Author Vencill, Jennifer A., author.
ISBN 9780807006788 (hardcover)
0807006785 (hardcover)
9780807006801 (ebook)
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