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The intoxicating tingling sensation that spreads through a woman’s body during sex baffles scientists. Because a woman’s orgasm is not very important for reproduction. Unlike the male climax, which usually involves millions of sperm swimming towards the egg. “Until now, the focus of research has been primarily on men, so relatively little is known about female sexuality,” says sexologist and psychotherapist Dania Schiftan from Zurich.
However, a few years ago, an evolutionary biologist examined the origins of female orgasm in more detail and came up with a surprising theory.
Was orgasm linked to ovulation?
Günter Wagner from Yale University, USA, and Mihalea Pavlicev, from the University of Vienna, Austria, suggest that female orgasm may have triggered ovulation earlier. It was once said to be essential for reproduction. Researchers reached this conclusion in 2016 based on animal studies. Because the situation works exactly the same in other mammals such as rabbits or cats: Females need orgasm in order to lay eggs and fertilization can occur.
Wagner and Pavlicev therefore suspect that female orgasm is an evolutionary relic. In primates, the current menstrual cycle of women emerged only during the course of evolution. Ovulation occurs once a month, regardless of orgasm.
Schiftan says it is not clear whether Wagner and Pavlicev’s theory is correct. “The researchers themselves state that more studies are needed for clear confirmation.” It is also unclear to what extent animal studies can be transferred to humans.
The role of muscles and hormones
There are other hypotheses that attempt to unravel the mystery of the female orgasm. One of these is related to the rhythmic contraction of the vagina and uterine muscles during orgasm. “The purpose of these so-called muscle contractions is to make it easier for the sperm to reach the egg and thus increase the chances of fertilization,” says the sexologist. This theory also lacks evidence so far.
Another assumption is that the hormones with psychological functions secreted during orgasm are also biologically relevant. Schiftan: “Among other things, dopamine and oxytocin provide a strong feeling of reward and happiness.” Positive emotions can re-trigger the desire for sex, which increases reproductive success. Additionally, the hugging hormone oxytocin strengthens your bond with your partner.
How does orgasm affect sexual desire?
“Although there are more or less plausible hypotheses, it is currently not possible to say with certainty what biological function the female orgasm has,” says sexologist Schiftan. This—rather sobering—insight should not overshadow the fact that a woman’s orgasm is essential. “Not being able to climax during sex may mean that you no longer have the desire to sleep with your partner in the long run.”
According to the expert, equality in bed is therefore central to one’s own sexuality and relationship. “A woman should invest in her pleasure and orgasm.” By this Schiftan means: practicing climaxing during sex. In his book “Coming Soon – Orgasm is a matter of practice” he shows how this can be achieved using various breathing and movement exercises.
Source : Blick
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