Yes, a healthy marriage should not be contingent upon sex. But let’s face it; it’s a major factor. Multiple studies and polls suggest sex plays a role in keeping a marriage together or breaking it up. So whenever couples have conflicting libidos (meaning one person wants to have sex more than the other), it can put a strain on couples and lead to a tense marital … [Read more...]
How Fear, Ignorance, and Shame Keep the Black Community Vulnerable to HIV/AIDS
One of the best things that you can do for your partner and yourself is to be honest with them about your health. December 1st is World AIDS Day, an annual opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, and one of those ways is through knowledge. I talked with Dr. Gameli Dekayie-Amenu from Besties M.D. about HIV in the Black community and other STDs that … [Read more...]
Should I Stay with My Ex-Husband after He Infected Me?
Dear Dr. Buckingham, I am kind of embarrassed to be asking you this question and putting all my business out in the air, but I am too ashamed to say anything to my family or friends. I have been with only two men in my life and I am 38 years old. I recently went to the doctor because some weird stuff was going on with my body and I found out that I have genital herpes. I … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk About Sex: Little Known Tips For Discussing Sexual Health in Your Relationship
NFL star quarterback Russell Wilson and Artist Ciara were trending in recent news regarding their controversial decision to abstain from sex in their relationship. Though sexual abstinence is rare in celebrity relationships, they have definitely inspired singles and dating couples alike about having the mature conversation about sexual expectations in your relationship. When … [Read more...]
Investing Into The Sexual Health of Your Marriage
Not long ago a woman was complaining to me about her husband when she suddenly interrupted herself and said, "You know I should probably be more intimate with him...We'd probably get along better and it probably would help me from being stressed out. But it's hard." "There's a reason intimacy is supposed to exist between married folks," I said. "It ain't about some dude, your … [Read more...]