British and Czech scientists have challenged the common understanding of the female orgasm—or rather, the conditions for achieving it.
Traditional advice was, “For a woman to experience sexual satisfaction, foreplay is necessary.” Now its necessity is being questioned.
A study of 2,360 women of various ages examined details of their sex lives. Scientists asked about foreplay, intercourse, and, of course, orgasms. It was found that orgasms depended not on foreplay, but on the duration of sex. Women reached peak sexual arousal if intercourse lasted at least 15-16 minutes.
This contradicts earlier research by American scientists, who claimed that 5-7 minutes is sufficient for both partners to be satisfied. The scientists believe this time difference is due to the sensitivity differences of Europeans.