When it comes to sex and dating, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions out there. One of the most persistent is the idea that having sex on the first date is a rarity, something that only happens in movies or on TV shows.

But according to new research, that might not be the case at all.

The Study

The study, which was published in the journal Social Science & Medicine, surveyed over 1,000 people about their sexual histories and experiences.

The participants were all between the ages of 18 and 25, and the majority of them were single and actively dating.

One of the questions on the survey asked participants if they had ever had sex on a first date. The results were surprising: more than half of the respondents (55.6%) said they had.

Breaking It Down

Of course, just because over half of the people surveyed said they had had sex on a first date doesn’t mean that it’s a universal experience.

There were a few interesting patterns that emerged in the data, which shed some light on who is most likely to have sex on a first date.

Gender

One of the most notable gender differences in the survey was that men were more likely than women to report having had sex on a first date. Specifically, 69.2% of men said they had done so, compared to just 43.3% of women.

Sexual Orientation

Another interesting finding was that participants who identified as bisexual were more likely to have had sex on a first date than those who identified as heterosexual or homosexual.

Specifically, 75% of bisexual participants reported having sex on a first date, compared to 43.5% of heterosexuals and 54.3% of homosexuals. This could be due to a number of factors, including a greater willingness to explore new experiences and a higher level of comfort with different sexual orientations.

Relationship Expectations

The study also found that participants who were looking for a long-term relationship were less likely to have sex on a first date than those who were not.

Specifically, 46.7% of participants who were looking for a long-term relationship reported having sex on a first date, compared to 64.9% of those who were not.

What Does This Mean?

So what do these findings tell us about sex and dating? For one thing, they challenge some of the common assumptions we have about what is and isn’t “normal” when it comes to sexual behavior.

It’s clear from the survey results that having sex on a first date is not as rare as we might have thought.

However, it’s also important to remember that everyone’s experience is different. Just because over half of the people surveyed said they had had sex on a first date doesn’t mean that everyone should feel pressured to do so.

Sex should always be what both parties want and feel comfortable with.

Conclusion

Overall, this study provides some interesting insights into the world of sex and dating.

While there is no one “right” way to approach these topics, it’s always a good idea to keep an open mind and be willing to explore what works best for you.