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Sex and Poverty: Economic Inequality Affects Sexual Wellbeing | LeShaw

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Aug 29

I've been so lucky to spend the last two years working with an incredible team to make pay-walled scientific studies on sexual health more accessible.

Le Shaw Institute @leshawinstitute.bsky.social · Aug 29

Over the past two years, we’ve transformed +130 scientific papers (often jargony and paywalled) into short lay public articles, giving you easy access to evidence-based insights about love, sex, and intimate relationships.

Read here: leshaw.com/articles

#AccessibleScience

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Jun 26

Free to register!

Le Shaw Institute @leshawinstitute.bsky.social · Jun 25

Ready to rethink mental health support in sex work?

Join le Shaw and an all-star panel for “Stronger Together: Mental Wellness in Sex Work” to explore the lived realities of #sexworkers, barriers to care, and practical paths forward.

🗓️ July 24 | 2PM EST
📍 Register: buff.ly/UEv7BxT

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Jun 11

Still buzzing from Toronto’s first sextech conference—what a day! ⚡

Le Shaw Institute @leshawinstitute.bsky.social · Jun 11

Our Scientific Writer @jennaow.bsky.social‬ had an incredible time at the first-ever @sextechto.bsky.social‬ conference last weekend!

A major highlight? Finally meeting Mandy Salley from @woodhullfreedom.bsky.social‬ IRL.

It was a weekend of connection, insight, and #sextech brilliance. 💫

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Mar 18

What's the link between financial stress and sexual wellbeing?

Economic hardship doesn’t just affect daily survival—it can stand in the way of orgasm, sexual satisfaction, and overall sexual function. leshaw.com/sex-and-pove... #financialstress

Sexual fulfillment is a luxury not everyone can afford. Study uncovers the links between public health, sex and poverty. Read more.

Want Better Sex? Stop Typing—Talk in Person | LeShaw

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Mar 9

If you want to enhance your sex life, consider swapping out texts for real-life conversations.

This study found that frequent in-person sexual communication significantly contributed to sexual satisfaction—but similar discussions through typed messages didn't! leshaw.com/sexual-self-...

A study published in Sexes explores how sexual self-disclosure, whether through typed messages or in person, affects sexual satisfaction

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Mar 6

Aw, shucks! Thanks for including me as well—there are many great folks on this list. I've just reposted 😀

Cliteracy vs. the Orgasm Gap: What’s Holding Women Back? | LeShaw

Reposted by Jenna Owsianik

SEXTECHGUIDE @sextechguide.com · Nov 12

We've made a (hopefully) helpful Sextech Starter Pack
go.bsky.app/Uk4teih full of super smart and useful people. And us.

Go forth, follow, share!

#sextech #welcome #gettingstarted #starterpacks

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Mar 3

We’re told the female orgasm is elusive—but when women take matters into their own hands, it’s a different story.

When masturbating, we're about as likely to climax as men, but we have 20–50% fewer orgasms during heterosexual encounters. Learn why: leshaw.com/cliteracy-vs... #cliteracy #orgasmgap

How gender norms prevent women from using their clitoral knowledge—cliteracy—during partnered sex. Read more.

SexTech TO Conference · Luma

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Feb 22

Soo pumped the conference is happening this June!

SexTech TO @sextechto.bsky.social · Feb 21

Tickets to the inaugural SexTech TO Conference are now live! lu.ma/6yyj3bbo

#sextech #torontoevents #techevents #sexualwellness

Would you like to volunteer for this event and attend for free? Submit a volunteer application form HERE. SexTech TO is proud to present Toronto’s first-ever…

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Study Shows Orgasm Gap Persists Across Life Stages | LeShaw

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Sep 11

As we age, many things change. Sadly, the orgasm gap isn’t one of them.☹️

Yet research shows the effect of age on climax rates is subtle and complex, varying by gender and sexual orientation.

Read more: leshaw.com/study-reveal...

In the first study of its kind, scientists at the renowned Kinsey Institute assessed the impact of age on the orgasm gap. Read more.

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Apr 3

Hehe he looks it!

What Can ChatGPT Teach Us About Sexual Consent? | LeShaw

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Apr 2

Could ChatGPT make sexual consent education more accessible?

Research by Dr. Tiffany Marcantonio reveals AI’s impressive potential to inform young people, particularly in areas that don't provide comprehensive sex ed. leshaw.com/what-can-cha... #consent

In the field of sexual education, a group of scientists view ChatGPT as a potentially more accessible tool to teach about sexual consent.

AI Adult Content Generator Ethics Q&A | Sex For Every Body®

Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Mar 29

As AI-generated adult content grows in popularity, what does it mean to be an ethical creator and consumer?

The operator of AI adult content generator LustLab gives his take. #AIethics

We speak to the founder of LustLab about the ethics, potential, and challenges of operating an AI adult content generator. Read more.

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Mar 28

Experts are calling sexual wellbeing a new pivotal concept poised to revolutionize public health on a global scale. leshaw.com/why-sexual-w...

Why Sexual Wellbeing Is Ready to Disrupt Public Health | LeShaw

The concept of sexual wellbeing is poised to revolutionize public health on a global scale.

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Jenna Owsianik @jennaow.bsky.social · Feb 7

Thanks! You recommend I join on our call last year—so here I am!