Arch Sex Behav July 2016 PMID 27091187

Topography of Human Erogenous Zones.

Lauri Nummenmaa, Juulia T Suvilehto, Enrico Glerean, Pekka Santtila, Jari K Hietanen

Mentions

32
Peak: 4 in Sep 2022
across 5 sources since Oct 2020

Extended reach

2,130,875
potential audience

Total likes

17,503

Video views

2,104,352

Mentions per month

Oct 2020 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter15 posts
  • News11 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Facebook2 posts
  • Blogs2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions show a generally positive and intrigued attitude towards the article, with references to fascinating elements like the high sensitivity of certain body parts such as feet, and mentions of the scientific maps as a 'beautiful' display. The tone varies from curiosity to humor, illustrated by phrases like 'feast your eyes' and playful comments about the 'infamous Flaming Schlong Study,' contributing to an overall tone of respectful curiosity mixed with lightheartedness.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the validity or importance of mapping human erogenous zones, though some are skeptical or highlight specific viewpoints like bonding over arousal.

InterestHigh interest

There is strong curiosity around the topic, with many posts highlighting features like the feet's sensitivity or referencing scientific maps, indicating high engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts reference the article directly, share links, and discuss related concepts like neuroscience and sexual education, demonstrating active and thoughtful involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion raises awareness about the scientific exploration of human sexuality and stimulates further curiosity, suggesting moderate to high influence in ongoing conversations about sex and neuroscience.

Abstract in brief

  • The study mapped out human sexual erogenous zones, showing that many parts of the body, especially genitals, breasts, and the anus, can trigger sexual arousal through touch.
  • The maps indicated that the overall area sensitive to touch increases during sex with a partner compared to masturbation and is influenced by levels of sexual desire and sexual orientation.
  • The findings suggest that tactile stimulation across many body regions can lead to arousal, and the expanded zones during partnered sex might play a role in strengthening reproductive bonds.]

Top posts

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tiffy
@spychology · X

@OmBrunyaBeby @kelixman kalo sentuhan mana aja yang boleh, gak boleh. atau bagian mana aja yang boleh disentuh, gak boleh disentuh. coba cari aja: erogenous zone. ini link jurnalnya bs dibaca https://t.co/malm91tP40

Sep 23, 2022 · 40 likes · 7 shares · 508 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

Writing a review on carnal pleasures, and am *so* ready to unleash the "flaming schlong" illustration (https://t.co/MlDN6fMy8F) once again!!! https://t.co/Qkb3hg2nQT

Oct 30, 2020 · 5 likes · 2,910 followers View post →
liora
@aroatil · X

@ayeejuju there’s a pretty high sensitivity on the feet, bearing in mind that this is a topography of human erogenous zones https://t.co/REareWw0QU

Jun 29, 2022 · 3 likes · 1,436 followers View post →
A própria Haruhi Suzumiya
@Azumaglor · X

@nezukofutbolera @fellipepaulinno @ratitabebel https://t.co/QS59rE76Vx De nada.

Jun 4, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share · 32 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

And while waiting for more great neuroscience on sex, you may feast your eyes on our beautiful maps of human erogenous zones: https://t.co/bBBTS3EVRB

Feb 13, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,910 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

And now let's talk about sex! We have also mapped the human erogenous zones using the same tool, showing that extra genital touching during partnered sex may be used for bonding rather than for increasing sexual arousal: https://t.co/bBBTS3EVRB https://t.co/TZ4HfqRuPi

Feb 10, 2021 · 1 like · 2,910 followers View post →

All mentions

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@Amethyst7purple · X

"Topography of Human Erogenous Zones - PubMed" https://t.co/P4L3GXFaKR

Oct 7, 2025 · 3,208 followers View post →
A própria Haruhi Suzumiya
@Azumaglor · X

@nezukofutbolera @fellipepaulinno @ratitabebel https://t.co/QS59rE76Vx De nada.

Jun 4, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share · 32 followers View post →
Buğra
@bugrilyus · X

@yetim_doven31 https://t.co/XS4Z4TJWJZ https://t.co/62zU2IuEuD https://t.co/2QMNFKYgjv

Apr 27, 2024 · 1 like · 168 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

E) Topography of human erogenous zones: https://t.co/bBBTS3EVRB

Feb 14, 2023 · 2,910 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

And while waiting for more great neuroscience on sex, you may feast your eyes on our beautiful maps of human erogenous zones: https://t.co/bBBTS3EVRB

Feb 13, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,910 followers View post →
pyp
@pipinstal_world · X

RT @spychology: @OmBrunyaBeby @kelixman kalo sentuhan mana aja yang boleh, gak boleh. atau bagian mana aja yang boleh disentuh, gak boleh d…

Sep 27, 2022 · 7 shares · 57 followers View post →
피예
@sandpiiee_ · X

RT @spychology: @OmBrunyaBeby @kelixman kalo sentuhan mana aja yang boleh, gak boleh. atau bagian mana aja yang boleh disentuh, gak boleh d…

Sep 24, 2022 · 7 shares · 476 followers View post →
Goodbye Idoling
@OmBrunyaBeby_ · X

RT @spychology: @OmBrunyaBeby @kelixman kalo sentuhan mana aja yang boleh, gak boleh. atau bagian mana aja yang boleh disentuh, gak boleh d…

Sep 23, 2022 · 7 shares · 2,775 followers View post →
tiffy
@spychology · X

@OmBrunyaBeby @kelixman kalo sentuhan mana aja yang boleh, gak boleh. atau bagian mana aja yang boleh disentuh, gak boleh disentuh. coba cari aja: erogenous zone. ini link jurnalnya bs dibaca https://t.co/malm91tP40

Sep 23, 2022 · 40 likes · 7 shares · 508 followers View post →
liora
@aroatil · X

@ayeejuju there’s a pretty high sensitivity on the feet, bearing in mind that this is a topography of human erogenous zones https://t.co/REareWw0QU

Jun 29, 2022 · 3 likes · 1,436 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

Original paper D - the infamous Flaming Schlong Study on human erogenous zones: https://t.co/bBBTS3EVRB

Feb 14, 2022 · 2,910 followers View post →
Tiffany IsOnTwit
@Tiffanyisontwit · X

@Delta8CBD @nytimes First of all I never said I’m “anti oral,” I said it isn’t pleasurable for *most* performers. A part of comprehensive sexual education is teaching people that giving is as important as receiving. I recommend teaching what science says about anatomy: https://t.co/y5cynURD3p

Jun 15, 2021 · 346 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

And now let's talk about sex! We have also mapped the human erogenous zones using the same tool, showing that extra genital touching during partnered sex may be used for bonding rather than for increasing sexual arousal: https://t.co/bBBTS3EVRB https://t.co/TZ4HfqRuPi

Feb 10, 2021 · 1 like · 2,910 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

@AaltoResearch Thank you! The highly flammable piece on human erogenous zones was actually made in @AaltoUniversity before my lab was phased out to Turku, original available here: https://t.co/ZVWyIwZU62

Nov 12, 2020 · 1 like · 2,910 followers View post →
Lauri Nummenmaa
@LNummenmaa · X

Writing a review on carnal pleasures, and am *so* ready to unleash the "flaming schlong" illustration (https://t.co/MlDN6fMy8F) once again!!! https://t.co/Qkb3hg2nQT

Oct 30, 2020 · 5 likes · 2,910 followers View post →