- Suzanne Mulvehill, a clinical sexologist and executive director of the Female Orgasm Research Institute, shares her personal journey with female orgasm difficulty disorder (FOD) and how cannabis helped her overcome it. She discusses her background, the impact of cannabis on her sexuality, and her decision to study and normalize discussions around FOD. Suzanne's story highlights the power of personal experience in driving professional passion and growth.
Timestamps
- (03:15) Understanding the dichotomy between women with orgasm difficulty and those without, where pain is a common complaint for women with orgasm difficulty and low desire for those without.
- (15:51) Highlighting the significant percentage of women who fake orgasms, emphasizing the importance of open communication and normalization of discussions around sexual health.
- (22:40) Emphasizing the importance of the clitoris in female sexuality and debunking the misconception that it is solely for pleasure, highlighting its role in overall health and well-being.
- (38:51) Discussing the significance of deep breathing and relaxation in achieving orgasm, linking the process to an altered state of consciousness and the importance of surrendering to sensations.
- (45:00) Celebrating the recognition of Female Orgasm Disorder as a medical condition and the importance of policy changes to address and treat sexual health issues, promoting collaboration between policymakers and healthcare providers.
Host Bio
This podcast is hosted by Sheree Dibiase, PT ICLM. She is a nationally recognized women's health physical therapist who owns seven private clinics — one of the biggest networks in the US. She has spent 30+ years practicing in the oncology, pelvic floor, and prenatal postpartum healthcare spaces. She was also a professor for seven years a Loma Linda University where she taught kinesiology.
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Keywords
Femtech, Women's Health, Pelvic Floor, Breast Cancer, Prenatal & postpartum