Everyone has experienced having a “noisy brain” during sex at one point or another, and for some, it’s a constant challenge, especially for those who have ADHD or anxiety. For some people staying in the moment during sex isn’t as simple as just trying harder to focus, and the usual suggestions of mindfulness and meditation don’t work for everyone. We spend most of our days working on our ability to multitask, and when we can’t turn that off during sex we consider it a problem at best and a personal failure at worst. This presentation will cover a bit about how ADHD, anxious, and noisy brains work and how they can impact sex.

We’ll discuss some specific challenges noisy brains can pose during sex and, most importantly, practical tips for having great sex no matter how noisy your brain is. Audience interaction will also be encouraged, but not required, through an open discussion of what participants often find distracting during sex, what other tips and tricks work for them, and an opportunity to ask questions.

BIO:

Rachael Rose (she/her) is a chronically ill and disabled, bisexual, neurodivergent, and polyamorous Certified Sex & Relationship Coach and Educator whose work focuses on an inclusive, sex-positive, and pleasure-focused approach to sex education and sexual health for all, and specializes in the ways chronic illness, disabilities, and ADHD impact sex and relationships.

She’s presented about sexuality topics both in the US and internationally and she has been featured in media such as Teen Vogue, Bustle, and Sexual Health Magazine. Rachael is also the creator of the award-winning sexuality blog Hedonish.com and is the co-founder of Glittergasm Events, an event company that hosts inclusive and accessible sex-positive play parties for the LGBTQ+ community.

Rachael is also an advocate for disability rights and accessibility, and her work on fragrance accessibility has been featured in UCLA's Accessible Spaces Toolkit. You can learn more about her work in sexuality at hedonish.com or follow her on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook at @hedonish.