News Couples are having less sex, study shows. The ‘sheer pace of modern life’ may be to blame May 8, 2019Josh Hafner, USA TODAYComments Off on Couples are having less sex, study shows. The ‘sheer pace of modern life’ may be to blame A massive, 20-year analysis suggests those starting families and juggling careers are experiencing a decline in frequency of sex. But they want more.