Sextinction

The Decline of Sex and the Future of Intimacy

By: Debra Soh

Narrated by: Debra Soh

Dr. Debra Soh, neuroscientist, noted sex researcher, and author of the “exceptional” (The Times, London) The End of Gender, reports on the hidden crisis of a sudden decline of sexual activity.

There’s a strange paradox in today’s developed world: society has never been more sexualized, but people across all age groups and demographics are having less sex than ever before. And nobody seems to know why or what to do about it.

The “fearless” (Eric R Weinstein, PhD, host of The Portal) Dr. Debra Soh leaves no stone unturned as she searches for science-backed answers. She takes us on a roller-coaster journey through ideological debates, new technological frontiers, and modern dating to understand the whys and hows of this issue.

With an expert and impartial eye, Soh examines these evolving and controversial developments and colors her findings with anecdotes from her personal research. Compulsively readable and groundbreaking, Sextinction upends the conventional wisdom surrounding sex, skewering pieties held by the right and left alike, and looks to the future of sexuality.

Insightful/Timely

Its great if you are interested in the subject. Should be suggested to all young adults.

Well researched, intriguing topic

Great read, worth the credit. Saw Debra on Chris Williamson and was interested to hear more of her work. Thanks for the knowledge!

Disappointing Insights into Modern Relationships and Sexuality

Upon seeing Dr. Debra Soh' s appearance on the Modern Wisdom podcast where she openly discussed ideas related to sex and relationships backed up with an academic background, one might have been excited about reading her work Sextinction. Unfortunately, the book fails to deliver meaningful discussions about evolving technological advancements or their impact on dating culture, leaving readers feeling unsatisfied. Her opinions often shock (e.g., advocating for chemical castration of sex offenders) without considering alternative solutions or empathizing with those involved in such issues. Furthermore, her perspective on men appears to lack understanding or concern, making it difficult to engage meaningfully with her arguments as a reader who seeks balance.

It seems that Dr. Soh was steeped in academia and when she left, her pendulum swung from one extreme ideology to another without considering the nuances between both ends of the spectrum. This one-sided approach undermines any potential value her insights might have had for readers seeking comprehensive perspectives on modern relationships and sexuality.

Notably, while birth control and endocrine disruptors are essential topics in understanding our evolving environment's impact on sexual behavior, Dr. Soh dedicates minimal space to these critical subjects. The chapter discussing this issue was by far the least thorough in her book, leaving readers craving a more extensive exploration of how these factors contribute to society's declining sexual activity.

In conclusion, Sextinction disappoints in its failure to offer a balanced analysis of modern sexuality due to the absence of nuance in Dr. Soh's perspective. Readers looking for thought-provoking insights into how our society is evolving will likely find themselves underwhelmed by this work.

I'll Save a credit: Women It's Not Your Fault. Men, Do Better

The title of this review says it all and sums up every chapter. Women are unhappy and men are (as always) not doing or trying hard enough. save your credit for something else.