1) I recently started to think that movies are a horrible choice for a first date. All you do is sit there with no real chance for conversation (unless you're one of those jackasses who never shut up). Why is taking a girl to the show such a popular option when given its apparent limitations?
Asked by Gus J. from Sacramento, CA

I have often wondered myself why someone would want to get to know someone while not talking at all in a movie theatre. Simply going to a movie allows only conversation in the vehicle, and leaves no room to get to know the person you are out with. Personally, I think the dinner and a movie combo is a great first date. You can talk and get to know each other over dinner. Watching a movie together is a good way to let the first date jitters go away, and you don't feel like you must say something interesting or entertain the person you are with. You can just sit back, enjoy the movie and enjoy each other's company.

2) I've recently noticed that I'm fairly attracted to the scent of my girlfriend's underarms when she sweats. I've tried to reason this off as an attraction to her pheromones, but I still wind up feeling very "pervy." Is this natural, or am I very strange?
Asked by Benjamin O. from New York, NY

This is actually very natural, but it isn't very common to hear about which is why you may feel a bit "pervy." Pheromones have little to do with human attraction in the present due to all the fragrances we apply to ourselves that mask our pheromones. Women release different pheromones with very different scents to attract males. You will not find every woman's pheromones attractive, but they are meant to attract you so do not feel strange that you have succumbed to their power. There have actually been several studies of people being attracted to the underarm odor of their partners.

3) Why don't girls feel as comfortable with their bodily functions as men? I've been trying to get my girl to feel comfortable passing gas, or burping around me, but she won't. What's the deal?
Asked by Clyde L. from Portland, OR

You can thank society for this. In general, if a male passes gas or burps it is comedic and to be expected. Passing gas and burping is not seen as delicate or lady-like. Yes, we are aware that everyone has these bodily functions. This does not make them more comfortable for us, and reminding us of this will only seem like you are patronizing us. Over time your girlfriend will become more comfortable with these bodily functions around you.

4) Why do women get offended if they catch you staring at their breasts? Don't many wear low-cut tops so we'll do exactly that?
Asked by Gary A. from Orlando, FL

Low-cut tops are worn because they are in style, they make your torso look longer, to make women feel more attractive, and also to attract men. It is not offensive when a man looks at your body. Women feel good about themselves when men gawk at them. It is quite different, however, when a woman is trying to have a conversation with you and you are staring at her breasts. If you want to look at a woman's body while she is walking somewhere, have at it. When a woman is trying to have an adult conversation with you she does expect and appreciate some self control.

5) Since theoretically, girls don't have the same refractory period as men, is it possible that a girl could continue to masturbate all day without pause?
Asked by Karl from Charlotte, NC

Technically, I am sure it is physically possible although drying out, chafing, inflammation, and sore muscles will all come from it (no pun intended). It wouldn't be worth the discomfort when walking the next day, going all day without food/water, and not being able to go to the bathroom since the day will be filled with only masturbation.

6) Through some mutual friends, I've met an incredible woman and we've been happily dating for a month. The problem is she's 19 and I'm 28. My intention is to enjoy her company and see where this journey takes us, but when I tell people about the age gap, they look at me like I'm some sort of child molester. Any advice?
Asked by Jeff H. from Phoenix, AZ

The older you two get the more the age gap will be accepted. As long as the two of you are okay with the age gap who cares what others say. You two are both of legal age and 9 years isn't that big of a difference. Most of the scrutiny you are encountering is due to jealousy. Women your age will feel threatened that a younger woman is dating a man in THEIR age bracket. Men your age will be jealous because you are dating someone younger as well. I don't know why exactly because I am no male expert. I think it has to do with the fact that when you are 40 (if you two are still together) you will be with a woman who isn't worrying about menopause and still has everything pointing up. You two are fine with the age gap, and obviously your mutual friends are as well so you have some supporters. Don't let the jealous comments of others put a damper on your relationship.