Is there a logical explanation for an occurrence or act that most women never have the chance to experience? In comparing women to men, the rationale behind the male orgasm is easily understood. Simply put, without ejaculation men can not reproduce. Of course, it is also common knowledge that the male orgasm is also a pleasure act. With this same mode of thinking, is there a physiological reason for female orgasms?
Many may argue that there is not. This is largely because women are able to reproduce without ever having achieved orgasm, unlike men. Or do they? Perhaps it is possible to have achieved orgasm and not even know it. Removing the biological need for female orgasm, the assumption would be that it only exists for sheer pleasure. With that premise, the question then would be is sex enjoyable, pleasurable, for a woman who is not experiencing orgasm?
Theories of Female Orgasm
Consider the Darwin Theory of evolution. In a 1996 edition of Psychology Today, it was stated that some Darwinin theorists believe that the female orgasm does in fact play a role in conception. The orgasm allows the woman to remain laying down, presumably still, which in turn allows her mate’s sperm to travel upward in search of an egg. The contractions which accompany orgasm assists with this. The drawback of this theory is that sexual positions do not always call for women to be lying down. A woman can achieve orgasm at any position, negating this theory that the orgasm "keeps her lying down." Additionally, as aforementioned, many women conceive everyday without having experienced orgasm. The Darwinian theorists believe, however, that orgasm can increase one’s chances of actually doing so.
But, with the Darwin Theory comes the idea of natural selection. With this in mind, other evolutionists believe that while the female orgasm itself may not be directly involved with the assurance of conception, it does however play a part in women selecting their desired mates of whom they will conceive with. These theorists contend that orgasm makes the woman feel closely connected with the man who is able to make her reach orgasm.
Types of Orgasms
Whether or not there is a true physiological explanation for female orgasm, one thing is clear: The occurrence is pleasurable. But how does one know if and when she is climaxing? Is it possible to achieve orgasm and not know it? Sure it is. If you have never experienced it before it is possible to not know that this is in fact the big “O.” Some women may even be shocked by what they are feeling and scared at the way their body responds. This may be more common in women who are generally used to being in control as it is difficult for them to relinquish control and give in to that which they can not control. The occurrence of orgasm is different for each woman. It may be a greater sensation to one woman than another. Just because it is not as grandiose or overwhelming as you may expect it to be, does not mean that is not an orgasm. This is where it is important to know and be in tune with your body.
Generally, signs of orgasm include contractions in the lower region of the vagina. A small percentage of women who achieve orgasm actually release ejaculation. This can occur in droplets or even a massive flow in some women. However, the absence of this fluid does not mean that orgasm has not been achieved. There are two different types of female orgasms. The first is the clitoral orgasm. This is achieved by stimulation of the clitoris. This form of orgasm is the most likely to occur for women. A sure way to find out whether clitoral stimulation works for you is through masturbation. Because majority of women do not achieve orgasms via intercourse, it is suggested that women encourage their mates to stimulate their clitoral area to increase their chance of climaxing during sex. Stimulation can occur in different ways from massaging the clitoris to suckling the area during oral sex.
The second type of orgasm is the vaginal orgasm, or the "g-spot orgasm." This is accomplished when the soft spot in the depths of the vagina are hit at the right angle. The problem with this is that most women do not know exactly where their g-spot is. These types of orgasms are rarer than the clitoral orgasm. However, the effects of the g-spot orgasm can be more powerful than that of the clitoral orgasm. For the few women who do experience ejaculation, this is most likely to occur as a result of a g-spot orgasm.
While scientists may not be able to agree on an actual physiological explanation of the female orgasm, women can be confident in knowing that they are able to achieve this outcome with knowledge and practice. Know your body, explore it and learn what pleases you, and then you will be able to aid your partner in pleasing you as well.
References:
Brown.edu, "Female Orgasm" (accessed March 5, 2010).
Seattletimes.com "Female orgasm: From Freud to Lloyd" (accessed March 5, 2010).
Psychology Today.com. "The Orgasm Wars" (accessed March 5, 2010).
Abcnews.com. "Female Orgasm May Be Tied to 'Rule of Thumb'" (accessed March 5, 2010).
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