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By magictr The way we think about sexuality is changing. Where once there was a single, well-known rainbow flag, a symbol of pride, today a wide range flies to show the diversity of sexual orientations. People seem increasingly open to discussing their sexuality, and less conventional identities, even previously “invisible”, have become part of an …
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By Peggy Orenstein Parents often say that if they try to have the sex talk with their teens, the kids plug their ears and hum or run screaming from the room. But late last month, those roles were reversed: After a workshop for high school juniors at the Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School promoting critical …
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The symbol for love is the heart, but the brain may be more accurate. How love makes us feel can only be defined on an individual basis, but what it does to the body, specifically the brain, is now less abstract thanks to science. One of the problems with early-stage attraction, according to anthropologist Helen …
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6 Simple Home Remedies to Consider By Grace Murphy If your sex life has gotten boring or you are not getting as much action in the bedroom as you and your partner might like these days, the good news is that there are several things that you can do in your everyday life to improve …
— An age-by-age guide to sex education for parents By Rebecca Strong It’s never too early to discuss gender identity or consent. Non-judgmental, inclusive, body-positive language is key. Teens say their parents have the greatest influence over their decisions about sex. Talking about sex with your kids may feel overwhelming, but it’s important to keep …
By Delilah Gray When I was in high school, none of my teachers ever mentioned LGBTQ+ safe sex and relationships, especially not in my sexual-education classes, which were meant to be the one place I could learn about these things. And as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, that deeply bothered me. In a 2013 …
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Love & Lust 2021: Developing a Sense of Self By Jamila Reddy When I was five years old, my parents gave my sister and me a book called “Where Did I Come From?” Published in 1973, the book featured illustrations and explanations of how babies are made. On the front and back covers were a …
No — and Yes by Abby Lee Hodd Worries about the pandemic have put a damper on dating. Should those concerns also discourage sexual activity? Intimacy and intercourse may not transmit COVID-19, but nearly everything else about sex with a partner increases your chances of getting sick, according to immunologists and health experts. Bodily fluids …
The brave new world of virtual reality porn has a lot of legitimate draws — but how will it affect sex and relationships with people IRL? Here, experts discuss. By Jillian Dara It was only a matter of time before tech entered the bedroom. We’re not talking about the latest sex toys or sex-improving apps …
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by Lily Wakefield As the UK enters another national lockdown, the pandemic is continuing to cause disruption to many children, particularly when it comes to LGBT-inclusive sex and relationships education. Last week, Boris Johnson announced that schools in England would move to remote learning until at least February half-term, excluding the children of key workers …
By Kim Elsesser Sex lives have changed dramatically since last March. Sales of sex toys are on the rise and a new survey reveals that singles are turning to masks, videos and roommates to help meet their sexual needs while staying safe from Covid-19. For couples, increased time together can mean more freedom for intimacy, …
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By Mary Grace Garis Everyone interprets sex differently, but when a roll in the sack feels like a choreographed routine to reach orgasm or a chore like doing the dishes or taking out the trash, it might be time to change things up. Like videos games, sex games don’t have to be exclusively goal-oriented. A fun sex …
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— Women-Led Digital Platforms That You Must Check Out From the female orgasm to increasing the visibility of underrepresented sexual orientations, these women-led digital platforms are hitting the right spot. by Ojas Kolvankar Prom nights, cheerleading squads, and annual basketball games are all representative of classic high school films that we have all been guilty …
18 Signs According To Experts Everyone’s journey is different, but… By Gabrielle Kassel Your sexuality is *not* like your love language or Myers Briggs type, so you can’t expect an online quiz to answer a question like: “Am I bisexual?” But how do you know if you’re bisexual? There are no-tell tale signs or giveaways. …
In these WFH times, experts say a midday quickie can actually boost focus and productivity while lowering stress levels. By Allison Hope It’s no secret that working from home is taking its toll. We’re feeling sluggish and overwhelmed, and, in many cases, trying not to lose our shit at our partners while trapped in a …
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