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While some people have used their time in quarantine to work on their fitness or to learn a new hobby, others have been spending the last few months on matters more close at hand.

Adult toys retailers have reported sales spikes of more than 600% on certain products since lockdown orders resulting from the coronavirus pandemic were first put in place in March. Aside from the lack of human interaction (to say nothing of human touch), retailers believe the time alone at home has encouraged people to be more experimental when it comes to their sexual proclivities.

A recent survey from the Japanese sex and wellness company, TENGA, found that one in ten Americans say they have been using at least one sex toy specifically purchased for use during quarantine. More than 60% say they plan to continue increased use of their sex toys post-pandemic, and 20% say their views on using sex toys have become more positive while in quarantine.

“During these unprecedented times with many of us stuck at home and with so much uncertainty, overall stress and anxiety levels have risen to unprecedented levels, leaving many craving relief, even if just temporary,” says Jamie Leventhal, founder and CEO of the sex toy company, plusOne. Plus, he adds: “It’s been proven that orgasms help to melt stress away.
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