The Ethical Slut has been called ‘the bible’ of non-monogamy

– But its sexual utopia is oversimplified By Andrea Waling In 2022, University of Melbourne evolutionary psychologist Dr Khandis Blake estimated that among young people, “around 4-5 per cent of people might be involved in a polyamorous relationship, and about 20 per cent have probably tried one”. Polyamory statistics in Australia are limited. But recent …

How Late Can Your Period Be After Taking Plan B One-Step?

By Patricia Weiser, PharmD Plan B One-Step is a single-dose emergency contraceptive (EC) pill. It contains the active ingredient levonorgestrel, a synthetic hormone belonging to the progestin class. Plan B One-Step and its generic alternatives are available over the counter (OTC). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of Plan B One-Step …

Virginity

Virginity is a very touchy issue in just about every culture on the globe. Curiously enough, it’s almost always exclusively about female virginity. This sad double standard gives rise to emotional conflicts for both genders. But again, it is young women and girls who bear the brunt of it. Let’s begin with Katelyn who’s 18 …

Scheduling sex can help partners struggling to get intimate.

— If that’s stifling, try setting erotic time zones instead. By Serafina Kenny Some people don’t want to have sex as much as, or at the same times as, their partner. Sexologist Shamyra Howard said “erotic time zones” have helped her clients. Erotic time zones are times in the day when you’re more likely to …