oral sex

stimulation of the external genitals by the partner’s mouth. Oral sex may be carried out to the point of orgasm or done as part of foreplay. It is not uncommon for people to classify oral sex as not really sex; for example, research has shown that some adolescents who have experienced oral sex to orgasm but have not participated in vaginal intercourse perceive themselves as still being virgins. See also orogenital activity.

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Psychology term of the day

February 21st 2025

reflection of feeling

a statement made by a therapist or counselor that is intended to highlight the feelings or attitudes implicitly expressed in a client’s communication and to draw them out so that they can be clarified. Also called reflection response.