Research published recently in the journal Sexual Medicine has shed light on the potential positive effects of cannabis. Particularly THC-based derivatives, on women’s sexual experiences, specifically their ability to achieve orgasm. According to the study, women who consumed cannabis before engaging in sexual activity with a partner. Reported more frequent and intense orgasms. Along with greater overall satisfaction with their sexual experiences.
The study, led by Suzanne Mulvehill. Executive director of the Female Orgasm Research Institute and founder of the Women’s Cannabis Project. This issue was particularly personal for her. Having struggled with orgasm difficulties herself for over three decades and finally found relief through cannabis. Mulvehill sought to explore whether other women with similar challenges could benefit as well.
The research involved analyzing anonymous online questionnaire. Responses from over 1,000 women who had engaged in partnered sex within the past month. After excluding participants who were pregnant or breastfeeding, under 18 years old, or had used other intoxicants alongside cannabis. The study focused on 387 surveys. The findings revealed significant improvements among women who previously struggled to achieve orgasm. Nearly 40% experienced an increase in orgasm frequency when using cannabis. With 88.8% reporting more frequent orgasms compared to when not using cannabis.
Moreover, the study highlighted that cannabis usage reduced the percentage of women who rarely or never achieved orgasm from 36.6% to just 11.4%. Similarly, the number of women who found it difficult to reach orgasm decreased notably with cannabis use. Satisfaction levels among cannabis users nearly doubled, while dissatisfaction rates dropped significantly post-cannabis consumption.
Mulvehill emphasized that while cannabis did not guarantee orgasm for every woman. It statistically improved orgasm frequency, ease, and overall satisfaction. The research suggests that cannabis could be a valuable intervention for women experiencing orgasmic difficulties, although it may not be universally effective.
Looking ahead, Mulvehill expressed a hope to develop cannabis-based prescription medications to treat female orgasmic dysfunction . Now pending approval across the United States. This research contributes to a growing body of knowledge on the intersection of cannabis use and sexual health.
