A new report shows a shift in workplace culture that has employers and their workers looking at company-sanctioned sex days.

That’s right, “sexual wellness” has become a workplace topic and a recent analysis shows that time off for an intimate romp actually increases productivity in the workplace.

In a report published in January, ZipHealth, an online pharmacy, revealed the views on “sex days” — which were defined as “dedicated time off for intimacy, health, and related needs.” The report followed a survey of 800 employees and 200 managers across the US.

One of the key takeaways was that half of those surveyed reported increased productivity after taking a “sex day” off from work and 20% of employees said they would consider leaving their current job for another that offered “sex days” as part of their benefits.

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Support for the idea was “strong” according to the survey which noted that “3 in 4 Gen Zers and millennials expressed support for this concept” and those showing the “highest enthusiasm” were employees in tech, health care, and finance industries.

“The benefits of ‘sex days’ go beyond personal satisfaction. Half of the employees who had taken one reported a noticeable boost in their productivity afterward, hinting at the potential organizational advantages of embracing sexual wellness initiatives,” the report noted.

“Nearly half of employees (47%) said offering ‘sex days’ could significantly reduce the stigma surrounding sexual health, creating a more open and supportive environment. Beyond stigma, 3 in 5 employees said addressing sexual health at work could improve mental health and well-being,” the report continued.

Interestingly, 23% of those surveyed said they would give up “free meals and snacks” from the job and 17% would forfeit “employee recognition programs” if it meant they could have the green light to have a roll in the hay at home.

For those whose companies do not offer the perks of a “sex day,” it seems it has not stopped some from trying to improve their “sexual wellness,” with the report revealing that 14% of employees “have had sex at work, with 10% of in-office workers and 12% of remote workers admitting to the behavior. Additionally, 7% of employees confessed to having sex during a work call, while 6% have scheduled fake meetings to make time for intimacy with their partners.”

While some employers see the benefits, the survey showed that currently only 3% were already offering “sex days,” and 15% were “open” to implementing them in the future.

“From enhancing mental health and reducing stigma to boosting productivity and loyalty, sexual wellness initiatives could redefine workplace wellness programs,” said the researchers.

“With younger generations leading the way and tech, health care, and finance companies embracing the trend, the future of workplace wellness might be more dynamic than ever.”