Sex Advice With An Edge
— Misinformation can be dangerous wherever you find it. Here’s how to stay safe. By Kate Daniel “Is this syphilis? PLEASE HELP,” user Difficult-Parsnip508 posted to r/STD, a page on Reddit that’s devoted to everything and anything related to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). “I’m female; my last exposure was approximately three weeks ago. I don’t …
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— Trans people make up approximately 1–2% of the population, though this could change in the future. By Soren Hodshire Transgender people are more common than you might think. Being transgender is not a trend, and it’s not new. Trans people have existed throughout history and will continue to be an important part of our …
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— How to ensure the young adults in your life have the sexual health information they need. By Ella Dorval Hall As a parent, your child’s physical and emotional safety is likely your highest priority. While sexual health is a huge component of this, many parents don’t know how to support their teen’s sexual well-being. …
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— Ways to Avoid Unsatisfying Sex It’s time we all elevated our sex lives to the next level. By Ally Sweeten You’re about to have a sexual encounter. All the elements seem to be in place, and you have high hopes. But in its aftermath, you may be forced to face an unfortunate reality. The …
— Chemo is a powerful cancer treatment, but there are side effects you should be looking out for. By Jennifer Sizeland Chemotherapy is the chemical treatment of cancer using drugs. The primary purpose of chemo is to kill cancer cells, shrink tumors, relieve symptoms of untreatable cancer and prevent it from returning.ƒhealth It can be …
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— We should not only include but celebrate people with disabilities in conversations about sex. By Kelly Kling The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a person with a disability as someone “who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a history or …
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— Here’s everything you need to know about the aptly named ‘love hormone.’ By Xenia E. Oxytocin is a natural hormone that can cause powerful effects governing social behavior, reproduction, birth, pleasure and stress reduction. It’s commonly referred to as “the love hormone” for its role in sex, trust and attachment. “Oxytocin is both a …
— A Penis Problem That Is Rarely a Penis Issue Changes in sexual function may be a sign that something else is wrong with your health. By Chaunie Brusie, RN, BSN If you have noticed problems with your sexual function or performance that weren’t evident previously, such as not being able to get or maintain …
— Taking a stroll for as little as 30 minutes a day can improve sexual health. By Lauren Dodd Seeking to improve your sex life as the new year kicks into gear? This one isn’t all that difficult. Resolve to walk your way to better erections. Men who experience erectile dysfunction (ED), the consistent inability …
by Alexandra Catherine Lee Gender identity isn’t a choice — accepting your kid’s gender is the first step to supporting them. You can also support your kid by using the right pronouns and making your home a safe space. New clothes, hairstyles, and room decor may also help your kid feel more comfortable as themselves. …
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— Research finds that having these conversations guarantees a deeper connection by Sarah Finley When you’re in a relationship and life takes over — bills, children, and managing diaries — it’s hard to make time for each other and most importantly build on your intimacy. But making time for each other and getting to know …
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By Erica Sloan For the past few years, mainstream society has been steadily moving toward a culture of sexual acceptance and pleasure celebration. While it’s great that wanting and having sex is becoming increasingly normalized, the idea of not wanting sex has started to become increasingly pathologized, which is not so great. In reality, both …
No matter where you fall on the sexuality spectrum, your feelings are valid. By Jessica Toscano Sexual fluidity is an aspect of sexuality that is about flexibility in your sexual preferences. It refers to the ability for a person’s sexual identity, attraction, or behavior to change depending on particular situations. Whether it’s for the short …
Laughter in the bedroom can enhance or seriously kill the mood. Here’s how to achieve comedic bliss. By Kirk Miller For something we think about so much, nobody really focuses on the truth that sex is… well, fucking ridiculous. The sounds. The smells. The vocabulary (say “balls” and try not to laugh). So should we …
Your Queer Guide to Kink, Domination, Bondage, and More Queer sex experts answer your most commonly asked questions about BDSM. By Evelyn Bauer Okay, first things first: BDSM is hot, and I’m not the only one who thinks so. Just look at the latex, leather, and chain outfits featured in Fashion Week collections earlier this …
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