Virginia Johnson

Virginia Johnson

sex researcher United States

Virginia Johnson was a prominent American sexologist who, along with her research partner William Masters, played a crucial role in the study of human sexual response and behavior. Their collaborative work in the 1960s, which included direct observation of sexual acts, revolutionized the field of sexology and contributed significantly to the understanding of sexual health. Johnson's research not only addressed the complexities of sexual dysfunction but also emphasized the importance of sexual pleasure, making her an influential figure in the sexual revolution and advocating for sexual education and rights.

Born on Jul 24, 1925 (100 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
62,338
Power
2,479$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 67,886,011 62,338 $2,700,000 2,479$
Totals 1 67,886,011 62,338 $2,700,000 2,479$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Virginia Johnson was a sexologist who, along with William Masters, developed the four-stage model of sexual response. 9

The Guardian: A rush of blood to the penis – and vaginal tenting: what happens to our bodies when we get turned on | Sex

Colombia Colombia: Masters and Johnson dismantled centuries of myths about female sexuality and demonstrated the functionality of the female orgasm. 8

El Tiempo: Del orgasmo y otros asuntos