Expert Says Even Educated Still Accept Sexual Myths
An authority on sex education in Long Beach says myths persist among professionals. Dr. James P. Semmens cites 15 percent of a professional group believing masturbation harms mental health or fertility, and lists myths about menstruation, penis size, douching, and aging, urging education to reduce guilt and harm.
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Debunking Myths About Female Sexuality and Orgasm
Dr Semmens challenges common beliefs about hymen pain tampon use and orgasm. He notes the hymenal ring is pliable and that phantom fears about penis envy and phallic symbols fade as research shows female orgasm capability. He cites Masters and Johnson on female superiority in multiple orgasms and disputes seasonal sexual desire theories.
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Licensing of police proposed in San Francisco
A psychiatrist urged licensing police by a board of examiners and self policing like doctors. Dr H Richard Lamb of San Mateo County Mental Health Services said licensing would raise police work to professional status and suggested a junior college degree with emphasis on social sciences for all officers. Crime fighting is only a small part of a policeman’s duties, he said, noting the need for psychology and sociology knowledge and a focus on personal service.
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