The Art of Making Dances

Book excerpt: For over two decades, Dr. Ruth has been the most recognizable and influential sex expert in the world. Now she tackles how to deal with one of the most common and misunderstood sexually transmitted diseases: herpes. It is estimated that herpes has infected some sixty million people in the United States. Yet the stigma associated with this disease is staggering, leading many into depression and the belief that their love life is over. No one is better equipped to help the sufferers of herpes communicate with their partners, and to understand the risks and myths of this disease, than Dr. Ruth. By interviewing dozens of people who have gone through the process of overcoming guilt, shame, and the common misconceptions associated with herpes, Dr. Westheimer speaks frankly and openly.