On this weeks episode of Talk Sex With Dick New York City Sex Therapist Dr. Richard Mills answers questions about social distancing and its impact on dating, sex, and feelings of loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses how to quarantine with sexual style, awareness of isolation, ways he’s managed to made it interesting, and his relationship with COVID-19. He answers a series of questions for listeners from all over the United States, addressing was to navigate social distancing in such a difficult time.
One listener from Brooklyn is contemplating ending their marriage at the end of isolation, however, reports they are unsure the next steps to take and if divorce is even an option, while another listener in Chicago discusses their frustrations with social distancing and their dating life.
He addresses another listener in San Francisco who’s frustrated because the bathhouses are closed due to the pandemic and wonders if taking PrEP will protect him from COVID, and if wearing a mask during intercourse will lower the risk of exposure to the virus. Dr. Dick provides some useful guidance and recommendations how this listener can scratch their itch, while engaging in social distancing.
The last listener is a closeted teen from Road Island who feels depressed and isolated in quarantine. They wonder what they should do with the feelings of sadness and depression due to social distancing, but feels they do not have privacy and unable to be their authentic self.
If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide do not hesitate to reach out to the Trevor Project.
Music for today’s episode is brought to you by Chauncey Dandridge (AKA DJ Chauncey D) and Van Hechter “53 Christopher Street” available on Spotify.
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