A WOMAN’S RESPONSE TO SEX: THE CLITORIS RESPONDS

Posted by admin on March 20, 2009 under Men's Health-Erectile Dysfunction | Be the First to Comment

The speed of response by the clitoris depends on whether it is stimulated directly or indirectly. The most rapid response depends on direct stimulation of the clitoral body or the mons area. Indirect stimulation, which includes manipulation of other erogenous zones such as the breasts or vagina, without direct clitoral contact, has a definite but certainly slower response.

The only form of direct stimulation is touch – by the fingers, mouth or erect penis — and most women require touch in addition to penetration to achieve orgasm. Because of its position, the clitoris is not stimulated directly during intercourse, so movements of the penis on its own are often insufficient to excite the clitoris to orgasm. However, indirect stimulation of the clitoris does develop with penile thrusting, the body being pulled downwards and then the hood being released. Desire begins in the brain, which then sends messages to the body that result in a variety of changes indicating arousal. Arousal, if prolonged sufficiently, leads to climax, and with orgasm, muscular tension is released and the flow of blood to the pelvis is reversed.

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