Posted On: October 5, 2023
Cancer is a life-changing diagnosis that can impact many aspects of a person’s life, including their sexuality. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding sexuality and cancer that prevent people from fully embracing their sexuality during and after treatment. As a sexologist, I believe it’s important to debunk these myths and misconceptions and become […]
Posted On: September 28, 2023
A breast cancer diagnosis can be a life-changing event that can cause a range of emotions, including stress and anxiety. It’s common to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about the future, and the physical and emotional toll of treatment can exacerbate these feelings. Seeking help and guidance for stress and anxiety is crucial for improving your […]
Posted On: October 5, 2022
I delivered a presentation on “How to give mind-blowing sex” for the Walnut Warriors prostate cancer support group members of Singapore Cancer Society on Sat 10 Sept 2022. I was super relaxed because I’ve addressed the group several times and they are all so wonderful and receptive towards me. The Chairperson of Walnut Warriors shared […]
Posted On: March 1, 2020
I am thinking about why some women embrace their scars from a mastectomy (removal of the whole breast) and others hate theirs. For those who hate their scars – It is a reminder of cancer, surgery, the fragility of life; the loss of what was and what was there. It may all come together for […]
Posted On: September 30, 2018
I came across this useful infographic created by Breast Cancer Foundation Singapore and hope you find it useful. Source: Annual Report – Breast Cancer Foundation (2018). Retrieved from https://www.bcf.org.sg/about/annual-report/ (26 August 2018) About Dr. Martha Tara Lee Surrounded by friends who were sexually inhibited and struck by dire lack of positive conversations around sex […]
Posted On: June 13, 2018
I gave a talk on Sex and Intimacy after Prostate Cancer Treatment to a support group (20 men were present) under Tan Tock Seng Hospital on Mon 11 January 2018. Please find the slides below. You can find ALL of my other slides on Slideshare here. About Dr. Martha Tara Lee Surrounded by friends who […]
Posted On: January 20, 2018
I gave a talk on Sex and Intimacy after Prostate Cancer Treatment to a support group under Singapore Cancer Society on Sat 13 January 2018. My presentation slides are here. You can find ALL of my other slides on Slideshare here. About Dr. Martha Tara Lee Surrounded by friends who were sexually inhibited and […]
Posted On: August 30, 2016
A list of all my articles for ElephantJournal Sep 2017 – 7 Sexperts Define the Link Between Sex & Creativity. Sep 2017 – 10 Signs that Woman you adore is your Soul Sister. Sep 2017 – 7 Ways to Nurture our Femininity. Sep 2017 – 3 Sexperts on When they First Learned Making Love was Spiritual. Sep 2017 – 7 […]
Posted On: August 23, 2016
This one has nothing to do with sex. Whenever I talk about my mom’s cancer, I end up getting unsolicited stories and advice from people. It used to baffle me how some people could be so insensitive until I thought about turning that frustration into something that could actually do some good. And this is […]
Posted On: August 15, 2016
I am honored to have been one of five speakers at “Thriving thr Breast Cancer” organised by Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA) in Kuala Lumpur on Sat 13 August 2016. I spoke about “Maintaining a Healthy Psychosocial & Psychosexual Lifestyle”. Giving my presentation Panel discussion (from left): President Ranjit Kaur; Dr Paul Jambunathan; Dr. […]
Posted On: July 11, 2016
As a sexologist, I won’t be doing you justice if I didn’t mention the effects of smoking on your sexual health. Because smoking can cause vascular disease and inhibit circulation, this means proper circulation to all areas of the body, including the genitals, would be affected. And… blood circulation is important to: Achieve and maintain […]
Posted On: April 28, 2016
04 Bare For Hope Dr Martha Tara Lee Clinical Sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee talks about how her mom’s breast cancer affected her in Bare for Hope organised by Her World Singapore, and Breast Cancer Foundation. This was originally published in Oct 2015. About Dr. Martha Tara Lee Surrounded by friends who were sexually inhibited […]
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