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By Ashley Wright Sex is a fundamental part of a healthy, intimate relationship. It’s where people display their love and affection for each other in a physically intimate way. But what happens when the sex isn’t great? When one spouse isn’t feeling satisfied or is left underwhelmed? It can be a tough topic to bring …
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— Is there such a thing as a healthy pornography? By Alan McKee We recently saw yet another controversy about sexual representation in Australia. Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes’ book Welcome to Sex was attacked by the conservative group Australian Women’s Forum, leading to the book being removed from the shelves of Big W – …
— Our Research Must Be More Nuanced Young people do not fall into neat categories of race, sexual orientation or gender identity. Research into LGBTQ mental health must take that into account By Myeshia Price Our youth are in a mental health crisis. Young people describe steadily increasing sadness, hopelessness and suicidal thoughts. These mental …
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By Fenit Nirappil Public health officials are deploying a powerful new weapon in the war against rising sexually transmitted infections: a common antibiotic that works as a morning-after pill. It is the latest advancement as the sexual health field shifts to preventive medicine — not just condoms, abstinence and tests — as the best hope …
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— Exploring the Meaning and Use of the Term Wondering if queer is a slur? Let’s explore the historical context and controversy surrounding its use, and the term’s reclamation. By Daniel Villarreal The use of the word “queer” has become so widespread that it’s now represented by the letter “Q” in the initialism LGBTQ+. However, …
— Identity is ever-changing, it may be difficult to understand where you stand and that is totally okay! Sexuality and identity is fluid, the most important part is letting yourself explore and learn what you feel the most comfortable with. By Eloisa De Farias In this article, we’ll tackle what it means to be rubber …
— (But They Really Should) It’s taken a long time. But there is finally a growing awareness of the importance of discussing health issues openly and honestly. By Northern Life A lot of men shy away from discussing their health concerns because of social stigmas and embarrassment. Sometimes it’s because they simply don’t know where …
— Open communication can be challenging—but expressing desires and boundaries is good for everyone. Here’s how to get started. By Jaina Grey Talking to your partner about sex isn’t always easy—especially if you want to change things up. In an ideal world, you’d feel free to talk to your partner about anything. Unfortunately, we live …
— Because, Yes, Familiarity Can Breed Boredom By Lia Avellino, LCSW For years, studies have shown that Americans are having less sex, whether they’re teens or in midlife. While researchers posit several different reasons for that—the lasting social effects of a pandemic that encouraged isolation, and more reliance on our devices over human connection, to …
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— Mastering the art of talking about sex with your partner By Brody Wooddell Intimacy is a vital component of any successful relationship, and one key aspect of intimacy is the ability to openly and honestly discuss sex and sexual desires with your partner. In this article, we will delve into the importance of mastering …
— Here’s Where To Start By Eliza Dumais We’re a post-monogamy generation in more ways than one: Our fridges house anywhere from two to 16 varieties of “milk.” We select television programs from 11 competing streaming services. Come dinner time, we opt between hundreds of regional cuisines, all available to us within minutes. We’re spoiled …
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— Sexuality is a fundamental part of who we are, and examining our desires and needs is fundamental at every age By G Stone When and where did you learn about sexuality, and how have your beliefs about sexuality changed since then? I love asking this question. Why? Because growing up, sex and sexuality weren’t …
By Nina Miyashita A few years ago, an A was added to the end of the official queer acronym, making it LGBTQIA+. This was a huge moment for the asexual or “ace” community, as it was a sign that asexuality was becoming part of more mainstream conversations about queerness. So much so, that you yourself …
— SF State prof sees reasons for rethinking LGBTQ history by Brian Bromberger For Marc Stein, professor of history at San Francisco State University, queer history is a calling, realizing he is part of a network and a community of gay intellectuals. Many U.S. college history departments don’t even define queer history as a bona …
— Sex Experts Share Their Takes And Debunk The Biggest Myths “Vanilla is a delicious flavor.” By Sabrina Talbert When you hear the words “vanilla sex,” what do you think? What kinds of adjectives come to mind? If you’re like many people, you might have a generalized or inaccurate perception of what vanilla looks like: …
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