Masturbation is often referred to by many different slang terms, like "orbiting Venus," "polishing the banister," or "downstairs DJing," to name just a few. These euphemisms often come with a lot of misunderstandings. Unfortunately, the jokes people make about masturbation are closely tied to the shame and guilt that society, institutions, and cultural taboos have imposed on the act. These taboos often ignore the many benefits that masturbation can offer. Read more..