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Topics: Sex and Relationships, Google
Gerrard Kaonga
While Google doesn’t have all the answers, it normally is the first place people go when they have a question.
Going to Google when you have a question is pretty quick and saves any potential embarrassment, especially when you have questions around sex.
While most people have gone through some form of sexual education during school, there are still quite a lot of questions that can come up and most don’t have a teacher or expert on hand.
At the top of the list, the most searched for query was 'how to have sex'.
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Speaking about number one, Johnston explained it was amazing that so many people were searching this fundamental question.
Answering it, she said: “Good sex is about communication, consent, and comfort—not following a rigid script. Start with open conversations about boundaries and desires, then take things slow and check in with your partner regularly.”
10) 8700 monthly Google searches (MGS) - What causes pain during sex in females?
9) 11000 MGS- I had sex then got my period can i still be pregnant?
8) 11000 MGS- How to last longer during sex?
7) 12000 MGS- Why am i bleeding after sex?
6)13000 MGS- Can you have sex while pregnant?
5) 16000 MGS- What is oral sex?
4)18000 MGS- What is sex?
3) 20000 MGS- Light spotting after sex. could I be pregnant?
2) 29000 MGS- How long to wait for sex after yeast infection treatment?
Sex and relationship expert Alexa Johnston has explained that Americans turning to Google might not be the best course of action, despite the many burning questions.
Reflecting on the list, Johnston said: “These searches reveal how universal our sexual curiosities are. Whether in New York or Nebraska, people share the same concerns. The problem is they're often getting answers from unreliable sources instead of healthcare providers or sex educators.”
Speaking about the overall kinds of questions being searched, Johnston also made clear some aspects of it were concerning.
She added: “What these search volumes reveal is both fascinating and concerning. The most striking thing is how many questions focus on sexual health concerns rather than sexual pleasure.
“This suggests we're still struggling with fundamental sex education and open dialogue about sexual health. While it's encouraging that people are seeking information, they shouldn't have to rely on search engines for answers about their bodies and intimate health.
“We need more accessible, reliable resources and more comfortable conversations about this topic.”