The Sexual Response - The Male Response

The Response Cycle: An Observed Pattern, not a Norm

2. Plateau

Some general observations
The plateau phase is actually nothing more than the continuation of the excitement phase. The word "plateau" is meant to indicate that a certain even level of excitement has been reached which is then maintained for a while before orgasm occurs. Once sexual excitement has reached this stage, the individual is no longer easily diverted, but becomes gradually oblivious to his surroundings.

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