The Gender Gap in Orgasms: Survey Data from a Mid-Sized Canadian City. Issue 1 (2nd January 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Andrejek, Nicole; Fetner, Tina
• Is Part Of: International journal of sexual health. Volume 31:Issue 1(2019)
• Page Start: 26
• Page End: 35
• Publication Date: 2019-01-02
• Subjects: Sexualities -- orgasm -- gender -- survey -- sexual behavior; Sex (Psychology) -- Periodicals; Gender identity -- Periodicals; Sexual Behavior -- Periodicals; Sexual health -- Periodicals; 155.3
• DOI: 10.1080/19317611.2018.1563014
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1931-7611

Abstract

Abstract: Objective: Previous research has established a gap in orgasm frequency between men and women. This study investigates explanations for the gender gap in orgasm. Methods: Crosstab analysis and logistic regression are used to examine the gender gap in orgasms from one Canadian city: Hamilton, Ontario (N = 194). Results: We find a strong association between women's orgasms and the type of sexual behavior in which partners engage. Women who receive oral sex are more likely to reach orgasm. Conclusion: Sexual practices focused on clitoral stimulation are important to reducing the gender gap in orgasms.