Desire
By Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer A. Vencill
By Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer A. Vencill
By Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer A. Vencill
By Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer A. Vencill
By Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer A. Vencill
By Lauren Fogel Mersy and Jennifer A. Vencill
Category: Self-Improvement & Inspiration | Psychology
Category: Self-Improvement & Inspiration | Psychology
Category: Self-Improvement & Inspiration | Psychology
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$19.95
Jun 11, 2024 | ISBN 9780807020296
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$28.95
Aug 22, 2023 | ISBN 9780807006788
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Aug 22, 2023 | ISBN 9780807006801
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Praise
“Fogel Mersy and Vencill’s advice is grounded in clinical experience, delivered in accessible prose, and backed by a sex-positive attitude that accounts for a host of sexual orientations, preferences, and other factors . . . Those seeking to strengthen their sexual connections will find this a comprehensive place to start.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Brilliant. . . . This is the most inclusive, up-to-date book on sexual desire I have ever encountered, with the potential to help countless individuals.”
—Laurie Mintz, PhD, author of Becoming Cliterate
“Desire is the most important sexuality book of the last decade.”
—Barry McCarthy, PhD, author of Couple Sexuality After 60
“An incredibly comprehensive, thoughtful, inclusive, and encouraging book for anyone looking to understand sexual desire or improve their relationship with their partner.”
—Dr. Debby Herbenick, PhD, MPH, author of Because It Feels Good: A Woman’s Guide to Sexual Pleasure and Satisfaction
“We (and our partners) are the lucky beneficiaries of the brilliance and generosity of Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy and Dr. Jennifer A. Vencill.”
—Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, author of Loving Bravely
“This is an incredibly comprehensive book on all things sexual desire! . . . A must for any person wanting to want in the context of a relationship.”
—Lori Brotto, PhD, author of Better Sex Through Mindfulness
“This book is useful for lovers and those who work with lovers therapeutically. . . . I recommend this for anyone who is seeking to strengthen their relationship and for any professional who is working to help lovers find more success in intimacy.”
—Lexx Brown-James, PhD, LMFT, CSE, CSES, author of The Black Girls’ Guide to Couple’s Intimacy
“Essential, comprehensive, and inclusive. . . . Guide[s] the reader not only to understand the complexities of desire but also to implement changes that will hopefully lead them to their best sex life yet! . . . Once you read this book, you will never think of desire in the same way again!”
—Alex Iantaffi, PhD, SEP, CST, CST-S, LMFT, coauthor of Life Isn’t Binary
“Drs. Fogel Mersy and Vencill have written the most comprehensive book on sex and desire that I’ve read as a couples therapist. Filled with reassuring science and exercises, this book should live on the shelves of every therapist and person curious about sex and desire.”
—Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT, CGT, author of I Want This to Work
Table Of Contents
Authors’ Note
INTRODUCTION
It’s Complicated
Part I
CHAPTER 1
The Lowdown on Libido
CHAPTER 2
Cultural and Societal Factors
CHAPTER 3
Interpersonal Factors
CHAPTER 4
Individual Factors
Part II
CHAPTER 5
Connection with Self
CHAPTER 6
Connection with Partner(s)
CHAPTER 7
Sensate Focus
Part III
CHAPTER 8
Partners with Higher Libido
CHAPTER 9
When to Kick It Up a Notch
Resources
Acknowledgments
References
Index
About the Authors
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