When people stop faking orgasms, it can indicate improved sexual communication with their partners, according to researchers from a new study.

Faking orgasms is common among both men and women, with about 40% of people having done so at some point. But what leads someone to stop faking? A recent study from the University of Copenhagen offers some insight.

The research, titled "Why Did You Stop? Reasons for Stopping Faking Orgasms and its Association with Sexual, Relationship, and Life Satisfaction," published in the Journal of Sex Research, explored reasons across Denmark, Finland, France, Norway, Sweden, and the UK.

Ph.D. candidate Silvia Pavan, one of the study’s authors, explains that the main reasons people stop faking include increased comfort with not achieving orgasm, better communication about sexual desires, and having a partner attentive to their needs.

Better communication and acceptance of not always reaching orgasm are key factors in stopping this behavior. The researchers also note that faking orgasms can affect relationships and reflect deeper issues.

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“Faking orgasms may signal dissatisfaction with sexual activities, stress about reaching orgasm, or having an unresponsive partner,” says Pavan.

The study surveyed nearly 12,000 participants. It found that 51% had never faked an orgasm, 27% had faked in the past but stopped, and 13% were still faking at the time of the study.

Interestingly, respondents who faked orgasms were more likely to use sex toys alone, while those who never faked or had stopped were more likely to use sex toys with a partner. The researchers suggest that those who fake may seek satisfaction through solo activities, while others may explore new elements in their sex lives with their partner.

The study encourages normalizing discussions about sex toys, highlighting their potential to enhance sexual experiences and aid those with sexual dysfunctions.

"We hope this research promotes healthy sexual behavior and the understanding that sex can be beneficial for health," says Pavan. There is still little knowledge about why people stop faking orgasms, but understanding these behaviors is vital for improving relationships.

The research revealed that faking orgasms is linked to lower sexual, relationship, and life satisfaction, further suggesting that this topic deserves more attention for its impact on overall well-being.