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Lovense Survey Uncovers the Hidden Stigma Holding Men Back from Prostate Pleasure

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LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prostate pleasure may be one of the few forms of pleasure men can uniquely experience. But why do so many still hesitate to try it — or feel afraid to? A new survey begins to explain why.

This May, a large-scale Lovense survey asked men what stands between them and prostate pleasure — and revealed just how common that fear really is. The answer was astonishing: psychological barriers outweigh physical ones by more than two to one. Forty-two percent named a psychological factor as their single biggest obstacle. Only twenty percent pointed to something physical.

Reference: Lovense Reveals Results of ‘Prostate Pleasure’ Survey

The Body Was Never the Hard Part

Only one in five men named pain or hygiene as their primary concern about prostate pleasure — real worries, but ones that a well-designed prostate massager can resolve entirely. Lovense’s Edge 2 addresses these pain points directly: this prostate massager is hands-free and wearable, with an adjustable neck that adapts to individual anatomy rather than demanding the user adapt to it.

The Conversation Most men Have no Courage to Begin

What proves far harder to solve is the psychological barrier. The first is communication with a partner. Eighteen percent of men named partner communication as the single largest barrier in the survey — bigger than pain, bigger than not knowing where to start. Even among men who already use prostate toys regularly, 26% said the partner conversation was the hardest thing they ever had to overcome.

The survey data supports this pattern: among respondents who had not yet discussed prostate play with a partner, a significant portion indicated that the fear of judgment or misunderstanding was their primary reason for staying silent. Many appeared to treat secrecy as the safer path — even when it created distance in the relationship.

Yet the survey also revealed a more hopeful pattern. Among men who had eventually shared their interest with a partner, the majority reported a neutral or positive response. Rather than avoidance, choosing to bring a partner in often turns out to be a solution that serves both sides.

Not everyone has the courage or the luck to receive that kind of acceptance from a partner. In those cases, a tool designed for shared interaction becomes especially important. Lovense’s Edge 2 can connect to a partner’s phone through the Remote app, letting them take control in real time — turning a concealed solo act into something shared. The device doesn’t replace the conversation. But it offers an entry point for starting the experience together.

The External Labels Usually Build Internal Barriers

Beyond the fear tied to a partner’s reaction, another fear runs deeper. One in four respondents worried others would assume they were gay or bisexual. Nearly a third feared others would see them differently.

The survey responses painted a consistent picture: many men internalized the belief that prostate pleasure conflicted with their sexual identity. Years of social conditioning appeared to shape this view more than any personal experience. Respondents frequently cited cultural environment and peer attitudes as the origin of their hesitation — not logic, not anatomy, but the voice of other people’s assumptions.

Yet when asked what ultimately helped them move past this barrier, the most common answer among experienced users was simple: prioritizing personal experience over external perception. Those who had tried prostate play overwhelmingly reported that  once they experience the pleasure firsthand, much of the fear simply disappears.

And when the goal is to set aside the world’s judgments and focus entirely on one’s own sensations, immersion matters. Edge 2 can sync to different types of entertainment content such as games, videos, or music, allowing men to lose themselves in a fantasy world while exploring their own pleasure — addressing the psychological need as much as the physical one.

Even so, seventy-two percent of men in the survey said stigma never actually stopped them from wanting to try. The desire was always there. What held them back was never the body — it was other people’s judgment, and their own lack of courage to take the first step.

“We believe every product we create exists to help people experience something different,” said Dan Liu, CEO of Lovense. “But sometimes, simply choosing to try is an act of courage in itself.”

For men lingering at the threshold of prostate pleasure, sometimes all it takes is a small push from the outside. That push can be technology.

 

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Kaymbu & Brookes Launch Next-Generation Digital Solution for ASQ®-3 and ASQ®:SE-2 Screeners

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BALTIMORE, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kaymbu, a leading early childhood software platform connecting educators and families, and Brookes Publishing, a premier provider of educational resources, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver a next-generation digital solution for Kaymbu customers who use the ASQ®-3 and ASQ®:SE-2 developmental and social-emotional screeners.

For decades, early educators and health care professionals have relied on the ASQ screeners as the gold standard for reliable, research-based developmental screening and early identification of children who may benefit from further evaluation. Through this partnership, these trusted tools are now seamlessly integrated into Kaymbu’s modern, user-friendly platform, transforming the screening process into an efficient, fully digital experience.

With Kaymbu’s digital ASQ solution, educators and families can complete screenings quickly and easily, gaining essential insight into a child’s development. The platform also connects results directly to curated learning activities from the ASQ developers, empowering educators and parents to take immediate, informed action to support each child’s growth in key developmental areas.

By combining Kaymbu’s robust family engagement and lesson planning tools with Brookes’s evidence-based screening resources, the partnership strengthens the connection between school and home, ensuring children receive individualized support and learning opportunities when they matter most.

“At Kaymbu, we believe that every child deserves timely, meaningful support during the most critical years of development,” said Kin Lo, CEO of Kaymbu. “By partnering with Brookes to bring ASQ into a seamless digital experience, we’re empowering educators and families with faster insights and stronger connections, so they can work together to support each child’s unique developmental journey.”

“For decades, ASQ has helped educators and families identify and support children’s developmental needs with confidence,” said Douglas Solomon, Chief Strategy Officer at Brookes Publishing. “Partnering with Kaymbu allows us to extend that impact through Kaymbu’s digital experience, making it easier than ever to deliver timely insights and connect screening results to relevant, developmentally appropriate action.”

Kaymbu’s digital integration of the ASQ-3 screener will be widely available in June. Organizations interested in early access or a demonstration can visit: https://www.kaymbu.com/asq

About Kaymbu
Kaymbu is a leading learning delivery and family engagement software platform in early childhood education. Since 2012, Kaymbu has equipped educators with the best digital assessment, instructional planning, and family engagement tools to drive positive outcomes for every child.

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Madeline Reich, Director of Marketing
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(857) 600-1540
https://www.kaymbu.com

About Brookes
Brookes delivers innovative, evidence-based books, assessments, and training that help professionals make a real difference in the lives of children and families. We are leaders in screening and assessment, child development, literacy and language, and inclusion – areas vital to getting children off to the best start as early as possible.

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Jessica Reighard, VP Marketing
jreighard@brookespublishing.com
410-337-9580 x123
https://brookespublishing.com/
https://agesandstages.com/

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Hainan emerging as hub for export of digital content, culture

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HAIKOU, China, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from chinadaily.com.cn

Hainan province is doubling down on its digital economy, leveraging free trade port policies and its strategic geographic position to help Chinese digital enterprises go global. From artificial intelligence-powered short dramas to online games and digital literature, the tropical island is rapidly transforming into a launchpad for Chinese content reaching overseas markets.

In a landmark move, the Hainan AI Short Drama Going Global Industrial Base was recently established at the Hainan Free Trade Port Resort Software Community in Chengmai county. As the province’s first industrial hub dedicated to using AI for producing and exporting Chinese short dramas, the base is set to become a key platform for Hainan to cultivate the digital culture sector and accelerate the high-quality development of cultural exports.

The timing is critical. The global micro-drama market saw explosive growth in 2025, reaching nearly $18 billion. China alone accounted for over $14 billion, or 77.8 percent of the global total, making it the new growth leader in digital content, according to a report jointly issued by the development research center of the National Radio and Television Administration, Future TV and DataEye.

Outside China, the international market hit $3.6 billion in 2025, with Chinese companies contributing about 90 percent. The top ten overseas short-drama platforms by in-app purchase revenue were all Chinese-backed, generating a combined $1.65 billion — 45.8 percent of the overseas market.

Chengmai is already home to the Hainan Free Trade Port Resort Software Community, one of the first national digital service export bases and the core hub for Hainan’s digital culture industry. The community has gathered more than 2,000 digital culture-related enterprises, with a mature ecosystem for game exports.

These advantages are amplified by the free trade port’s signature policies, including the “dual 15 percent” corporate and individual income tax caps, streamlined cross-border data flows and an open cultural industry environment — all of which make Hainan fertile ground for AI short drama ventures.

With its favorable policies, digital infrastructure and cultural assets, Hainan is steadily transforming from a tropical resort into a digital-era departure gate for Chinese stories heading overseas. The AI short drama base marks a significant step forward on that journey.

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Smartee Showcases Local Manufacturing and Pediatric Solutions at SEdO Mallorca 2026

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PALMA DE MALLORCA, Spain, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Smartee Denti-Technology, a global provider of digital orthodontic solutions, participated in the 72nd Annual Congress of the Spanish Society of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (SEdO), held from May 28 to 30 at the Palau de Congressos in Palma de Mallorca.

The congress brought together more than 1,400 orthodontic professionals from Spain and other countries. The program focused on artificial intelligence, 3D diagnosis and treatment planning, aligners revolution, and other emerging technologies, with an emphasis on their application in clinical practice.

Smartee has participated in the SEDO Annual Congress in recent years. At this year’s edition in Palma de Mallorca, the company aimed to further engage with the Spanish orthodontic community and strengthen its regional presence.

“Spain and the broader European market are key priorities for Smartee,” said Garie Zhou, Director of International Business Development at Smartee. “Our participation in SEdO reflects this commitment.  We will attend major orthodontic events across Europe in 2026. We are here to exchange ideas, to support doctors, and to better serve local patients together.”

Showcasing Orthodontic Solutions Across Product Lines

During the congress, Smartee presented its product portfolio, including the Smartee GS series powered by Mandibular Advancement Repositioning Technology, the GE series, the Alpha series, and its Kinder and Teen pediatric orthodontic solutions.

The Kinder and Teen series features officially licensed Disney IP characters, including Mickey and his friends, Frozen, Spider-Man, and, more recently, Stitch and Iron Man. Designed to engage young patients, the series aims to improve patient compliance and enhance the overall orthodontic experience, supporting clinicians in delivering treatment that is both effective and engaging for children.

Local Manufacturing Strategy in Europe

Smartee’s participation in SEdO aligns with its broader European localization strategy. In 2024, the company established a manufacturing hub in Madrid as part of its regional operations. The facility is intended to support localized production, and  delivery, as well as adaptation to European clinical requirements. 

With manufacturing capabilities in both China and Spain, Smartee serves orthodontic professionals and and patients in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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