Recent interest in sex studies has spawned a number of documentaries revealing the intimate secrets of an average Australian’s sex life. Candid interviews and overly intimate scenes have shed a light on the sex habits of millions of people down under. They also showcase just how different and varied peoples’ sex lives have become and how much we are either willing or unwilling to share with the wider community.
Interesting Statistics
40% of Australian women use vibrators (this is double the global figure of 21%)
62% of Australian women in their 50s and up want more sex and a high % enjoy group sex
6% of Australian adults have never had sex
20% of Australian gay men have been in de-facto marriages with a woman
The survey that revealed these statistics was conducted by the producers of “Secret Sex Lives of Australians” a TV show that literally lifted the lid on the unspoken secrets of millions of people.
What the numbers tell us
There still seems to be some work to do with people being comfortable in talking about sex in Australia. A large theme of repression is present throughout these statistics. You only have to take a look at the high numbers of gay men being married to straight women to see this. Coupled with the fact that the number of women using a vibrator is double the global average, and the numbers do not paint a pretty picture of sex down under.
Efforts are ongoing
The fact that the show was made indicates that more people in Australia want to talk about sex and their habits. There have been rallies all across the country for law reform against sex workers with various territories like New South Wales already having decriminalised prostitution. Sex is a topic people want to talk about but no one seems sure if anybody is listening.
Dip your toes in and see what happens
The most heartbreaking segment of the show was when a 39 year old man admitted to being a virgin and wondering how a sex life had passed him by. With people more willing to talk about sex and their habits, perhaps it will encourage more men and women down under to not be afraid of getting their horn on.
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