Revealed: The 15 Types of Orgasms and How to Achieve Them, by Sexologist JESSICA TOSCANO

As a certified sexologist, the question I am asked time and time again by clients is: how can I have better and more frequent orgasms – and how can I ensure that my partner does the same?

They are often shocked when I respond by asking what type of orgasm they are looking for.

Because what many people don’t know is that there are several different types of climaxes. In fact, studies suggest that you can experience as many as twenty different types over your lifetime.

At its core, an orgasm is a natural physiological response triggered by external stimuli, causing chemicals like dopamine (the “feel-good” hormone) and oxytocin (the “love hormone”) to flood the brain.

As a certified sexologist, the question I am asked time and time again by clients is: how can I have a better orgasm?

That may sound complicated – but the result is simple: an unparalleled feeling of euphoria.

The benefits of an orgasm don’t stop there. They can relieve stress, improve sleep and – of course – help build intimacy with a partner.

Orgasms all fall into two main categories: sexual and non-sexual.

Sexual orgasms, or those caused by genital stimulation, are what most people associate with sexual pleasure. Whether it’s sex with a partner or self-pleasure, these orgasms are usually the result of intentional arousal.

Non-sexual orgasms, on the other hand, often occur unexpectedly, without the intention of reaching a climax. These can arise during activities such as exercise, sleep or even emotional experiences, sometimes catching people off guard.

Although men and women can experience both types of climaxes, there is one big difference: female orgasms are much more mysterious than male ones.

Despite years of research, scientists still struggle to fully understand the complexities of female sexual pleasure, which is influenced by a variety of physical, emotional and psychological factors.

For men, orgasms tend to be more predictable, often linked directly to genital stimulation. For women, the experience can vary greatly – meaning there is still much to discover about how and why they occur.

But for now, here are the 15 types of orgasms you’re likely to experience in your lifetime, according to experts…

Here are the 15 orgasms we’re likely to experience in our lifetime, according to experts…

1. Clitoral

This is considered one of the easiest and most common forms of orgasm for women – thanks to the clitoris’ abundance of nerve endings, more than 10,000 in total, which is roughly twice as many pleasure points as the penis. This can be achieved through rhythmic stimulation of the area.

2. Vaginal

The vaginal orgasm is elusive and highly desired, achieved through internal stimulation. Research has shown that only 20 percent of women can achieve this kind of euphoria – often in combination with a clitoral orgasm. Interestingly, this is more likely if you have intercourse with a long-term partner.

3. Cervical

The cervix, located at the top of a woman’s vaginal canal, may seem like an unusual pleasure point. Yet studies have shown that when stimulated, it lights up parts of the brain separate from those during vaginal and clitoral orgasms – resulting in a different kind of release. Women who have experienced cervical orgasms describe them as “much deeper, almost in the womb.”

4. G-spot

Scientists and medical experts have long debated whether the much-discussed “G-spot” actually exists, due to a lack of anatomical data. Many think it is located in the first third of the anterior vaginal wall. Although its precise location remains to be proven, a 2021 analysis of 31 studies suggested that most women benefited from its stimulation.

5. Female ejaculation

Often referred to by its cruder name – ‘squirting’ – this is the involuntary release of clear fluid (presumably a mixture of urine and secretions from Skene’s glands) when a moment of intense physical arousal is reached. Some medical experts have dismissed the phenomenon as a myth conjured up in the porn world, but a 2019 study found that between 10 and 54 percent of women have experienced it.

6. Prostate

A few inches into the rectum is a particularly sensitive area – the prostate – often called the ‘male G-spot’ (or ‘P-spot’) because of its orgasmic potential. When massaged, the ejaculatory ducts (which are responsible for transporting a combination of semen and prostate fluid from the testes to the urethra) are stimulated and produce a euphoric effect, like a penile orgasm.

7. Anal

Sexual stimulation in and around the anus can result in contractions of the pelvic muscles that result in a powerful orgasm. This phenomenon is often referred to by women as “longer lasting” than vaginal or clitoral orgasms, although all genders can experience anal orgasms throughout their lives.

8. Nipple

Nipples can serve as an important area of ​​sexual satisfaction thanks to their many nerve endings. While it may be easier to achieve orgasm when stimulated simultaneously with another source of pleasure, “nipple gasms” on their own are also possible. They are similar to genital ones because they illuminate the same parts of the brain.

9. Mixed

When multiple sources of pleasure (for example the clitoris and nipples) are stimulated and lead to a climax at the same time, you experience a ‘blended’ orgasm. Because touching different erogenous zones can stimulate different parts of the brain, this type of orgasm can feel more intense than other forms.

10. Multiple

This is when orgasms happen back-to-back. Less than 10 percent of men in their twenties and less than 7 percent of men in their thirties have the potential to experience this type of orgasmic release. However, for women it is easier to achieve. This is probably due to the rest period that men often need between climaxes.

11. Erogenous

Similar to nipplegasms, erogenous orgasms occur when areas other than the genitals are stimulated. A 2013 article found that the most common pleasure points are the mouth and lips, the neck and back of the neck, the inner thigh and the pubic hairline.

12. Energetic

‘Energetic orgasms’ are technically non-sexual and are caused by a rush of sexual energy throughout the body. They usually last longer than a conventional orgasm. One analysis focused on the brain activation of eleven women who imagined receiving sexual satisfaction. The result was brain activation in the same areas that light up during erogenous stimulation.

13. Exercise

Similar to muscle contractions during a genital climax, a ‘coregasm’ or effort orgasm usually occurs after the core is engaged in a series of exercises such as rope climbing, abdominal exercises and yoga, although exactly why and how this happens is not well established. One study found that 9 percent of people have experienced this phenomenon at least once in their lives, usually between the ages of 16 and 22. But don’t worry if you’re well past those years; Since this type of orgasm does not require sexual stimulation, it can occur unexpectedly at any time.

Similar to muscle contractions during a genital climax, a ‘coregasm’ or exertion orgasm usually occurs after the core is engaged in a series of exercises such as rope climbing, abdominal exercises and yoga.

14. Breastfeeding

Despite the less sexual nature of breastfeeding, it can still be considered a very pleasurable act. A study published in European Gynecology & Obstetrics found that women had reported experiencing an arousing sensation while feeding their newborn, although this was rarely described as ‘sexual’. For those who felt more aroused, they described it as a “high, like being in foreplay.”

15. Sleep

Sleep orgasms, commonly known as “wet dreams,” are like energetic climaxes because they don’t require physical touch. Often they are the result of hormones and do not require any stimulation – although vivid dreaming can help. Most people who experience sleep orgasms are adolescent males, although all genders and at any age can experience them.