Blue Balls

— A Cause of Testicular Pain Anyone who has ever experienced “blue balls” can tell you that it is a painful and frustrating consequence of sexual arousal. Of the many causes of pain in the testicles and scrotum, blue balls are the most benign. It is not a serious medical condition, but that does not …

Five signs your relationship is on the rocks

— Every couple has their ups and downs, but sometimes a relationship never recovers from a difficult period. By Jessica Lindsay While processing conflict and working on your interactions is admirable, aiming to repair a dying relationship is a time-waster for everyone involved. The key to sorting things out – whether that’s together or not …

When children ask about race and sex, we have no choice but to answer

by Danielle Allen These days, we are involved in a great debate about whether and when we should teach kids about race, gender and sex in our schools. But here’s the thing: There is no way for teachers to avoid teaching about race and sexuality, even in early grades. The only question is how we …

Why Some Straight Men Sleep With Other Men

By Tony Silva Sexual identities and sexual behaviors don’t always match because sexuality is multidimensional. Many people recognize sexual fluidity, and some even identify as “mostly straight.” Fewer people know that some men and women have same-sex encounters, yet nonetheless perceive themselves as exclusively straight. And these people are not necessarily “closeted” gays, lesbians, or …

How to deal with nerves the first time you have same-sex sex

By Ellen Scott Okay, so you’re pondering having sex with someone of the same gender for the first time. Feeling nervous? Don’t panic – that’s totally normal. ‘Same-sex sex can feel daunting even if you’ve had plenty of “straight” sex before,’ sex and relationships expert Annabelle Knight tells Metro.co.uk. ‘The reason it feels so different …