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Welcome to the Be Sex Smart Series!

  • By Alicia Allen
  • 28 Oct, 2017

So, what's this Be Sex Smart Series all about?

WELCOME!

 You may be wondering what the Be Sex Smart Series is all about. Well, before we get into that, let me tell you how it all started. I love sex science. Yes, there is a science dedicated solely to the study of sex. I love discovering, learning, and talking about the science of sex. I enjoy it so much so that I decided to pursue a PhD in Clinical Sexology.

So, if there is ever a question you have about sex, send me a quick email. You know how much I love sharing what I know about human sexuality!

 

What’s clinical sexology?

 What a great question! I get it all the time. Clinical sexology is the scientific study of human sexuality for the purposes of diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunction. Yup, that’s a very clinical definition. Let me tell you what I get to study. I get to study human behavior, relationships, physiology, biochemistry, neuroscience, history, culture, politics, and so much more. When you stop to think about it, sexuality touches almost every aspect of our lives, so all those areas may need to be addressed. And, because I am training to become a Clinical Sexologist, that means the work that I do with people is in a therapeutic setting. I am a psychotherapist (social worker by training) that specializes in sexual dysfunction. Think of sexuality as my specialty.

 You still might be scratching your head and wondering what this series is all about. It started with a simple goal. All I wanted to do was undo all the miseducation there is regarding sex and sexuality, and to eradicate sexual shame. Right… That’s no small task!

But, my thinking is that if just one person walks away from this blog having learned something that helps them accept who they are sexually and that they are not “abnormal,” then I will call this endeavor of mine a huge success.

 The goal is clear: EDUCATE!

 The Be Sex Smart Series is all about educating people on the science and experience of sex. This blog will have articles, videos, pictures, and live streams that focus on sex, sexuality, and its impact on our lives. We’ll talk about our physical health, our relationships, our self-image, and whatever else we want to talk about.

So, if there is ever a question you have about sex, send me a quick email. You know how much I love sharing what I know about human sexuality! 

And, here’s where the legal stuff/disclaimer goes:

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