Many survivors aren’t sure what to do after a sexual assault

– Here’s what you need to know By Lorna O’Doherty Millions of people have experienced sexual violence and abuse in England and Wales, but many do not know where to go, or who to turn to afterwards. Shame felt by victims and survivors of sexual violence can be reinforced by the responses of family members …

The second step is learning

— Distinguishing gender identity and sexual orientation Sexual orientation and gender identity are hot topics that bring much controversy and misinformation with them, especially when it comes to youth. Dr. Cosio, Prince George physician, explains the difference. By Christine Dalgleish Sexual orientation and gender identity are hot topics that bring much controversy and misinformation with …

List of Sex Hormones in Females and Males

By Serenity Mirabito RN, OCN  Sex hormones are chemicals responsible for reproduction and sexual desire. Common female sex hormones include estrogen and progesterone, while testosterone is abundant in most males. Sex hormones are produced by the ovaries, testes, endocrine system, and adrenal glands. Menstruation, age, and certain medical conditions can cause fluctuations in sex hormones. …

Silver daddies

— Why do young adult men like older partners? By Sachintha Wickramasinghe You’ve probably heard of “sugar daddies.” Or “the internet’s daddy,” Pedro Pascal. Stereotypes of this popular term abound, but what does it actually mean to be a “daddy”? And who is most likely to engage in age-gap relationships, and why? Daddies of a …