Vibrator Dependence: Can using a vibrator make it harder to orgasm with a real partner?

Dear Duana, I’ve been single for a few months, and my vibrator and I have gotten rather close. I’m starting to worry I won’t know how to respond to a flesh-and-blood guy. Is there such a thing as vibrator dependence? If so, how do I deal with it? Erica Dear Erica, I’ll admit it, when I first read your letter, I thought: How close? Do you call out Oh My Vibrator! at crucial moments? Is one of its designated speeds Who Needs A Man? And most ominous of all: Have you chipped a tooth? Seriously, let’s get a grip on the issue.

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Q&A from "ATTACHMENT STYLES"

Wise Readers, Finding someone just like you is usually a good bet for a great match. But when should you avoid picking a mate with your same attachment style? What styles tend to wind up (happily) together? What style partner should you pick if you yourself are Insecurely attached? And how can you change your sweetie’s style? Read on!

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ATTACHMENT STYLES: Overcoming Fear, Embracing Intimacy~At Last

Dear Duana,I was raised by a perfectionist mother and a loving father who traveled a great deal. Our extended family was thousands of miles away…I learned that if you want something done right, do it yourself…My ex-husband often scared me because it felt like he wanted to merge completely with me. I prefer to have some separateness. My current boyfriend complains that I don’t trust him enough to let him take care of me. How do I learn this skill that affects my life so much?

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Q&A from "Long Distance Relationships"

Wise Readers, Aren’t Viv and Clark too young to have a solid marriage anyway? If you’re in a LDR, how can you max your chances for it to work out? Why is sacrifice a dirty word? And what are The 4 Types of people who initiate a relationship that’s long distance from the start? Read on!

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Folk Wisdom: How do you feel about getting close to others?

Wise Readers, This week and next, I’m asking you to participate in a survey that will form the basis for an upcoming LoveScience article about people’s feelings towards getting emotionally close and interdependent with others. The questionnaire is just 6 items long and can be found at this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/DDHTB6Y

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