{"title":"General Sex Books","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"come-as-you-are-revised-and-updated-by-emily-nagoski","title":"Come As You Are (Revised and Updated) by Emily Nagoski","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCome As You Are\u003c\/em\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eEmily Nagoski, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bestselling guide that explores the science behind women’s sexual desire, arousal and pleasure. The book combines research in psychology, neuroscience and sexual health to explain how sexuality works and why every person’s experience is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe revised and updated edition includes new insights into mindfulness, stress, desire and sexual wellbeing, helping readers better understand how emotional context, relationships and body image influence sexual experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eWritten in an accessible and supportive style, the book challenges common myths about sexuality and emphasises that people are “normal” exactly as they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eExplains the science of sexual desire and arousal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eIntroduces the \"dual control model\" of sexual response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eExplores the impact of stress, context and emotional safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eProvides evidence-based tools to support pleasure and wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eUpdated with new research on mindfulness and sexual satisfaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003eEmily Nagoski is a sex educator and researcher with a PhD in health behaviour and human sexuality. She previously served as Director of Wellness Education at Smith College and is known for translating scientific research into accessible guidance on sexual wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWomen seeking a science-based understanding of sexuality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eCouples wanting to improve communication and intimacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eIndividuals navigating changes in desire or sexual confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eHealthcare professionals supporting women's sexual wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003eThis book is educational in nature and does not provide medical advice. Readers experiencing ongoing sexual health concerns should consult a qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Will Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve;text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003eReaders of \u003cem\u003eCome As You Are\u003c\/em\u003e explore topics such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eHow sexual desire works in the brain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe role of stress, mood and environment in arousal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eUnderstanding responsive versus spontaneous desire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eImproving communication and intimacy in relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eBuilding confidence and comfort with sexual wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eThe book introduces the \u003cstrong\u003e“dual control model”\u003c\/strong\u003e, which explains sexual response through two systems: one that accelerates arousal and one that inhibits it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the book \u003cem\u003eCome As You Are\u003c\/em\u003e about?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt explains the science of sexual desire and how emotional context, stress and relationships influence sexual wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should read \u003cem\u003eCome As You Are\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is widely recommended for women, couples and healthcare professionals interested in understanding sexual wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the updated version of the book?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The revised edition includes additional research and updated explanations of sexual response and desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dr Emily Nagoski, PhD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat: \u003c\/strong\u003ePaperback (physical book)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/strong\u003eSimon \u0026amp; Schuster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 March 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnglish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e400 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space-collapse: preserve; text-wrap-mode: wrap;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Restorative Health Clinic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42442923900963,"sku":"COME","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9891\/1011\/files\/come-as-you-are-1.png?v=1780993016"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/9891\/1011\/collections\/come-as-you-are-1.png?v=1782985063","url":"https:\/\/restorative-health-clinic.myshopify.com\/collections\/general-sex-books.oembed","provider":"Restorative Health Clinic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}