Resources

Esther Perel reflects on a threshold moment — doing couples therapy with a man and his AI companion — then sits down with NYT tech reporter Kashmir Hill to explore the psychology behind AI relationships. What happens when a chatbot can mirror you, validate you, and never turn away? 50 min.

A debate between Thao Ha (PhD, Arizona State, HEART Lab) arguing yes and Justin Garcia (Kinsey Institute, Match.com) arguing no — moderated by journalist Nayeema Raza. Covers AI companionship, loneliness, empathy, and whether real intimacy can be coded. Genuinely balanced and rigorous.

Kaamna Bhojwani writes about sex, tech, and spirituality — specifically finding authentic intimacy in the age of AI. One of the few voices exploring this intersection with depth and nuance.

A medical-grade wearable penile prosthetic with app-controlled, on-demand erections — no medication, no surgery. Available in 9 skin tones and 2 sizes. HSA/FSA eligible. Designed for gender affirmation, erectile dysfunction, and sexual wellness. Ships Summer 2026.

Founded by Cindy Gallop, MLNP is the world's first human-curated social sex platform — real couples sharing real sex, every video reviewed by a curator before publishing. Pro-sex, pro-porn, pro-knowing the difference. An antidote to the unrealistic sex education mainstream porn provides.

Ethical, cinematic pornography directed from a female and queer perspective. Founded by filmmaker Erika Lust in 2005 — think art-house aesthetics, diverse bodies, real desire, and sex that prioritizes female pleasure. A go-to recommendation for clients exploring porn that doesn't feel like mainstream porn.

Makers of Ohnut — a wearable buffer that limits penetration depth for people experiencing pain during sex — and Kiwi, a pelvic floor massager for tight or tense muscles. Recommended by 9,000+ clinicians including Mayo Clinic. Evidence-based tools for pelvic health.

Ongoing coverage of the sex tech industry — AI companions, smart toys, dating apps, VR, age verification policy, and more. Good for staying current on where technology and intimacy intersect.

FirmTech's smart erection ring (TechRing) is producing some of the largest real-world datasets on male erectile health ever collected — 6,875 erections across 795 men. Research presented at ISSM and SMSNA shows rings outperformed tadalafil (Cialis) for sustaining erections and are safe to wear overnight.

From APA's Monitor on Psychology (Jan/Feb 2026). Covers the 700% surge in AI companion apps, their mental health impact, the line between assistant and romantic AI, and what psychologists are watching closely.

Co-authored by oncologist Dr. Avrum Bluming and social psychologist Carol Tavris. Challenges the faulty science behind the Women's Health Initiative study and makes a compelling case for hormone therapy — without the breast cancer risk women were told to fear.

Dr. Mary Claire Haver's follow-up to The New Menopause — focused on the 7–10 year transition before periods stop. Covers anxiety, brain fog, joint pain, fatigue, mood swings, and sexual symptoms with an evidence-based approach.

Mel Robbins interviews Dr. Mary Claire Haver (board-certified OB-GYN and menopause specialist) on the latest menopause research — symptoms, belly fat, sleep, supplements, and why your doctor may not be giving you the full picture. 1h 15min.

A research-backed deep dive by Sara Szal MD on female anatomy, the orgasm gap, and how perimenopause changes sexual response — and what to do about it.