10 Things You Didn't Know About Orgasm
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a humorous and informative TED talk by "Bonk" author Mary Roach as she delves into obscure scientific research to present 10 surprising claims about sexual climax. Discover bizarre and hilarious facts about orgasms, ranging from their occurrence without genitals to their potential as a cure for hiccups. Learn about historical medical practices, animal behavior, and the challenges of studying human orgasm in laboratory settings. Gain insights into the complexities and peculiarities of this physiological phenomenon through centuries-old research and modern scientific findings. Note that this adult-oriented content may require viewer discretion.
Syllabus
Intro
You don't need genitals.
You can have them when you're dead.
Orgasm can cause bad breath.
And cure the hiccups.
Doctors once prescribed orgasm for fertility.
Female animals are having more fun than you think.
Studying human orgasm in a lab is not easy.
9. Studying human orgasm in a lab is not
But it sure is entertaining.
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