What is sexual health? According to the World Health Organization, sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. This applies to both males and females. With regards to men, a more simplified definition is that sexual health is about being able to participate and enjoy in sexual acts with a partner in a manner that is fulfilling to both consenting parties. It is large subject that encompasses the physiological, psychological and social aspects of sexuality and sexual activity. For the purposes of this article, the focus will be largely on the physiological component of the male sexual act. Stages of the Male Sexual Act The male sexual act can be divided into four separate stages, each of which overlap with the preceding and successive stages. This broadly includes : Stimulation / Arousal Penile Erection Lubrication Orgasm -Emission and Ejaculation Stimulation / Arousal Arousal is a combination of both physical and psychological stimulation, although either one may be sufficient to continue to the next … Continue reading Male Sexual Health and the Sexual Act in Men