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By Krishen Samuel While cost remains the biggest barrier to accessing PrEP for gay and bisexual men in Canada, they also felt pressure to take PrEP and have sex without condoms, with younger men tending to feel less anxious about HIV transmission. This reflects shifting social and sexual norms in the era of PrEP and …
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— The 4 Types + Examples By Kesiena Boom, M.S. Cheating is a painful specter that, when experienced, can loom large over a person’s heart for many years. But what exactly is considered cheating? And what should you do if you find yourself in the unenviable situation of discovering that your partner has been unfaithful? …
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From queer raves to hedonistic mansion parties, these kinky, XXX-rated events aren’t as intimidating as you might think. Pull on your fishnets, it’s time to dive in. By Beth Ashley You’ve seen polaroids from the leather-heavy Crossbreed party pre-drinks all over Instagram and hovered one too many times over “buy ticket” on the Killing Kittens …
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If you feel ashamed about your desires, read sex educator Cassandra Corrado’s good advice on getting over it and owning your pleasure. by Cassandra Corrado Sexual shame is one of the most pervasive sexual challenges, but it rarely gets talked about directly. Because, you know…shame. Sometimes sexual shame is broad, affecting how we engage with …
By Cynthia Gorney How do I handle the birds-and-bees speech responsibly? Give up on the idea of presenting the subject in one big talk — you’ll overwhelm your child with more bewildering and even distasteful information than she can process at once. Instead, think of it as a gentle conversation that will take place over …
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by Ahsan Qureshi It is not a great topic to reveal that many people suffer from various sexual issues. Sex is an important aspect of people’s lives, and dealing with it may be challenging at times. There are a variety of sexual disorders that make it difficult for people to connect with others. Certain sexual …
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It’s completely normal, but it’s also important that you address it with your partner. By Brianne Hogan Everything seems better at the beginning of a relationship, but especially the sex. Impromptu romps in the sack are the norm as you and your partner are excited to explore each other’s bodies. You’re never too tired or …
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Autistic people may experience certain challenges when it comes to sex and relationships. However, an autistic person can have a fulfilling sex life. by Anna Smith Autism can affect how a person communicates, learns, behaves, and socially interacts with others. It does not require a cure. Being autistic can simply mean a person’s brain works …
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Actionable steps to help you get in the mood. By Rachel Thompson Rifling through a chest of drawers, I found an old photograph that I’d hidden in the hope I’d never again have to set eyes on it. It was taken 15 years ago on a beach in France, and I was wearing a bikini. …
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—Including How They Affect Your Relationships By Rebecca Norris The term “sexual styles” might first make you think of images of popular sex positions. In actuality, the phrase refers to the way in which you regard sex. Like love languages, sexual styles play a key role in how satisfied you are with your sex life …
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— Here’s How I’m Unlearning Shame By Jacqueline Delgadillo “If she’s slept with more than one man, she’s a puta,” my tía told my mom during her visit to our home in Riverside, California. I was 22 years old, and I felt heat rising to my face. I prayed no one could read the guilt …
By Danika Ellis It’s been a common scene recently: at a school board meeting, a parent will read out a passage from a book shelved in a high school library and exclaim some version of, “There is sex in this book!” This, we are led to believe, is a slam dunk. High school libraries should …
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“The idea that tantric sex is all about delayed orgasms is misguided. It would mean that delaying your orgasm is a challenge that you must win.” by Arman Khan Prem Vismay first encountered the world of tantric sex at a trance party he’d attended nearly a decade ago in the Indian capital of mystics, Rishikesh. …
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By Morgan Mandriota Monogamy is our society’s default relationship model. Once you find the one, you get engaged. Then you get married. And voilà! You’re with one person for the rest of your life. This might be a comforting happily ever after for some. For others, it can sound and feel like a trap. Good …
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Using the anatomical names for private parts and getting vaccinations against HPV by age 12 can help keep children healthy into adulthood By Eve McDavid Staring at the speckled gray tiles of the exam–room ceiling, I planned out my last day at Google before maternity leave while my OB/GYN performed a pelvic exam. Once we …
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