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David Knox

About David Knox

David Knox, Ph.D., is Professor of Sociology at East Carolina University, where he teaches courses in Courtship and Marriage, Marriage and the Family, and Sociology of Human Sexuality. He is a marriage and family therapist and the author or co-author of ten books and sixty professional articles. He and Caroline Schacht are married and the co-authors of Choices in Relationships . Also, David Knox is the author of "When I Fall in Love Again." Dr. Knox is founder of Heartchoice.com which features the Divorce Room http://www.heartchoice.com/hc/divorce/index.php Email Dr. Knox at drknox@heartchoice.com if you want support sessions on SKYPE in getting through your divorce.

Getting Along With Your Ex-Partner

First, you may not be able to get along with your ex-partner. A good relationship requires the cooperation of both partners. If your ex isn’t interested in getting along with you, it won’t happen. What you can do is to … Continue reading

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Sexual Problems of Men

The national sex study reported by Dunn et al. (2000) identified some of the most frequent sexual problems creating dissatisfaction in men as erectile problems (48%) and premature ejaculation (43%). Erectile Dysfunction Loss of erection, also referred to as erectile … Continue reading

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Sexual Problems of Women

In this section we discuss the most frequent sexual problems of women. Arousal Problems Also referred to as hypoactive sexual desire, lack of interest in sex is the most frequent sexual problem reported by women in the United States. Colson … Continue reading

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What Men Want Women To Know About Sex

  Men do not always want to be the dominant partner; women should be aggressive. Men want women to enjoy sex totally and not be inhibited. Men enjoy tender and passionate kissing. Men really enjoy fellatio. Women need to know … Continue reading

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Sex and Love

 While this web site is about sexual intimacy and your hosts feel that sexual intimacy is enhanced when the sexual partners are involved in a loving, reciprocal, monogamous relationship, individuals vary with regard to whether an emotional relationship is a necessary … Continue reading

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Characteristics of a Good Sexual Relationship

Partners who have a good sexual relationship tend to have certain characteristics A Good Out-of-Bed Relationship What happens outside the bedroom in day-to-day interaction has a tremendous influence on what happens inside the bedroom. The statement “I can’t fight with … Continue reading

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Sexual Myths

Some common myths about sex… Masturbation is sick. Masturbation will make you go blind/grow hair on your palm. Sex education makes children promiscuous. Sexual behavior usually ends after age 60. People who enjoy pornography end up committing sex crimes. Most … Continue reading

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Before Having Sex With A New Partner

Before having sex with a new partner, consider these issues: 1. You.  What is your motivation for intercourse- intimacy, relief, revenge, intimidation, pleasure, procreation, waht?  How will you feel after intercouse…happy, satisfied, guilty, regretful? 2. Your Partner.   What is your partner’s … Continue reading

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Overview of Divorce Issues

PRE-SEPARATION ISSUES Personal- Consider seeing a marriage counselor with your spouse to improve your marriage. If you must seek a divorce, get a formal/legal separation agreement drawn up and signed before you and your spouse begin to live in separate … Continue reading

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Marriage Problems and Solutions

If you don’t have time to work on your marriage,     you will have to take time for your divorce                                        Bob Sammons, M.D., Ph.D. A recently engaged couple gaze directly into each others’ eyes across the table in a restaurant overlooking … Continue reading

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