A 2025 survey featured in Mashable reveals that one-third of American adults believe either sexting or having a romantic relationship with an AI chatbot counts as cheating, and Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus was interviewed to comment on these new statistics.

Most respondents who see AI intimacy as infidelity do not distinguish between sexual and emotional exchanges; both are considered to cross a boundary. The article also highlights broad discomfort about digital behaviors, for example, significant percentages see sending money to cam models, subscribing to OnlyFans, or even watching porn as forms of betrayal.

Dr. Jenn commented that these findings underscore the need for couples to have "open discussions and establish boundaries" about digital intimacy: “It can be challenging to categorize AI interactions due to their blending of fantasy, pornography, and the emotions tied to real human relationships.”

What is the new “Bob the Builder” dating trend with Gen Z women on the Hinge dating app? I was interviewed by the New York Post for this article about why some women are asking for first dates to come to their homes and help them put furniture together…and why many men seem to be down with this!

It’s traditional gender roles surfacing in a new dating trend…that seems to reflect the need for practicality and real-ness in 2025. I shared how it taps into a post‑pandemic interest in practical connection. It recreates a classic dynamic—where the man impresses with action rather than words, showcasing problem‑solving skills from the get-go.

I was recently interviewed by Whitney Port, an American television personality, fashion designer, and author, who first gained fame on MTV’s The Hills. On her podcast “With Whit,” we discussed personal topics, relationship topics, and societal topics. This is from her podcast description:

“In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus for an honest, enlightening, and fun conversation about the deeper layers of intimacy. We explore some tricky but important territory: the impact of antidepressants on libido, how and when to talk to your kids about sex, and how to get more comfortable with your own discomfort. We dive into what it really means to communicate about sex (without shutting down)…”

Where has my desire gone and how can I get it back? I hear this question a lot, and so do Laura Byrne and Britt Hockley, the hosts of the Life Uncut podcast, who both rose to fame as contestants on The Bachelor Australia. They recently interviewed me on their podcast, and this is their description of our conversation:

“Where has my desire gone and how do I get it back? It seems to be something every one of us experiences at different stages of our lives and we still don’t seem to be talking about it all that much. Speaking of things we don’t talk about, when was the last time you self-pleasured? How about your partner? Do you ask them when they masturbate? Don’t worry, we don’t either. But maybe we should! Dr Jenn is here to break down how we all feel about desire and pleasure for ourselves and within our relationships…”

As a 52-year-old woman in the midst of perimenopause (the transitional years leading to menopause, when a woman’s hormones are fluctuating), the topics of sex, intimacy, and desire during perimenopause and menopause are not just professional topics for me, but also deeply personal ones.

Along these lines, I was recently interviewed by Oprah Daily as the Resident Sex Educator for pjur lubricants, in a powerful article about how sexual desire shifts during perimenopause and menopause—and what we can do to reclaim and redefine our sex lives at this stage. (Spoiler: There is much we can do.)

Here are a few key ideas I shared in the article…

Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest joys—but it can also be one of the biggest stress tests for a marriage. Research shows that relationship satisfaction often dips once kids arrive, sometimes lasting for nearly two decades. Between sleepless nights, constant responsibilities, and shifting priorities, it’s easy for couples to lose sight of each other in the process.

The good news is that this decline isn’t inevitable. With some intentional effort, couples can not only protect their bond but actually strengthen it while navigating the ups and downs of parenting. In a recent HuffPost article, I shared strategies rooted in both research and my work as a sociologist and intimacy coach, offering couples practical ways to safeguard connection and nurture intimacy throughout the parenting journey.

I was interviewed for a Forbes article by Bryan Robinson, Ph.D., on a topic I care deeply about: how to have difficult conversations at work. I shared practical, compassionate strategies that leaders and employees can use to face the conversations they’d rather avoid. These are the kinds of skills I’ve been teaching for years, so it was exciting to see them highlighted on a national platform.

In this post I share the five steps from the article, with examples of how I use them when coaching leaders and teams. For example, the first step is to identify what is at the heart of your fear. Avoidance is usually driven by fear—fear of conflict, rejection, retaliation, or embarrassment. Before stepping into a tough conversation, pause and ask: What exactly am I afraid of?