Sex is everywhere in modern society, yet it remains taboo. We all have questions about sex that are too uncomfortable to ask – how do we get reliable answers?

In a myth-breaking new guide two practising psychiatrists explore the latest clinical and neuroscience evidence and answer the questions people wish they could ask about sex. Questions like: Is my sex drive or sex behaviour normal? Can someone have too much sex? Or too little? How has Internet dating and pornography changed sex?

I received a copy of this book for review. Read on to see my thoughts and where you can buy the book.

My Review of “Impulse – The Science of Sex and Desire”

I had high expectations for this book, but I have to say I was disappointed. It took almost a month to read the book which is a good indication of how little I enjoyed it. I was determined to persevere, but honestly, I was glad to finish it and move on.

The overall tone of the content seemed quite negative towards sex, focusing on descriptions of the activities that can be viewed as “bad” or unhealthy. There didn’t seem to be much detail about the positive side of sex or the benefits of a healthy sexual relationship, which I found disheartening. Some of the content seemed repetitive or seemed to be a long explanation for a simple term or phrase, and I didn’t feel that I learned anything particularly useful or relevant to me as an individual.

As someone who would like to advocate for a more sex-positive attitude, this book was not the right one to read. If you want a lot of data analysis and medical references, then this is your book. I also feel like the book was written more for an America audience as it refers to data from US institutions.

About the Book

Sex is everywhere in modern society, yet it remains taboo. We all have questions about sex that are too uncomfortable to ask – how do we get reliable answers? In this go-to guide Drs Grant and Chamberlain use their clinical expertise to answer the questions you wish you could ask about sex. Questions like: Is my sex drive or sex behavior normal? Can someone have too much sex? Or too little? How has Internet dating and pornography changed sex? This go-to guide will help you understand common sexual issues, know when to worry (or not) about different sexual behaviors, and learn how our sex lives adapt to changing technology or in times of crisis. It also provides step-by-step advice for dealing with a range of sexual issues, and practical strategies for strengthening relationships.

Buy the book: Amazon US; Amazon UK; Waterstones; WH Smith.

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