lesbian bed death

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What does lesbian bed death mean?

A supposed phenomenon by which lesbian couples in committed relationships have less sex than any other type of couple, and generally experience less sexual intimacy the longer the relationship lasts.

Where does lesbian bed death come from?

Coined by American sexologist and sociologist Pepper Schwartz in the book American Couples (1983).

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