health
January 25, 2026
Sex is gone. Why?
How intercourse slipped down the list of life’s priorities
TL;DR
- Sex has retreated from its central place in modern culture, unlike in the 1990s when it was pervasive in advertising and media.
- Surveys show a decline in sexual activity and satisfaction, with young people prioritizing health, money, and travel over sex.
- Digital entertainment, anxiety surrounding relationships, and a focus on individual optimization have contributed to sex being seen as less important.
- The sexually liberated period from the mid-20th century onward may have been a temporary historical exception.
- The current disengagement from sexual practice contrasts sharply with the recent past, suggesting a cultural rupture.
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