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An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small T-shaped object that is inserted into (and eventually removed from) the uterus…
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Bisexuality and pansexuality seem like similar sexual orientations, which may be why people wonder how they are different.…
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Asexuality is a sexual orientation. People who are asexual do not experience sexual attraction and won’t experience…
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It’s really great that your partner was so open and honest about his or her STD testing results. It’s often hard…
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Breasts perform different functions. Glands inside the breasts produce milk for breastfeeding a baby. This can provide…
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You’re right—your teachers should take responsibility for making the school environment safe for all students. Many…
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Rohypnol or “roofies” is a powerful sedative that can make someone unable to move or talk. It’s often referred to…
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First, know that you are not alone. Usually, children and teens are abused by people closest to them—parents or guardians,…
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According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), one of the biggest things you can do for a friend or…
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Sexual harassment is unwanted and unwelcome sexual attention (comments, looks, touching, rumors, etc.) that makes another…
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Yes. Often, people hear the words “rape” or “sexual assault” and automatically figure the victim is female. This…
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Sometimes people use the terms “date rape” and “acquaintance rape” interchangeably. Both mean that a person is…
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Statutory rape is when someone has sex with someone who is under that state’s age of consent. It’s illegal, even if…
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If someone forces or pressures you (physically or otherwise) into any kind of sexual activity—after you’ve said no…
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Abuse is when one person hurts another person, either physically or emotionally. Abuse happens over time, usually in a…
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The answer to this question isn’t clear-cut. It’s really hard to tell up front whether someone might become abusive.…
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First and foremost, what happened was not your fault. It was not your fault even if the person who raped you is someone…
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Alcohol can make someone feel less uncomfortable and less inhibited—which can be really bad in a sexual situation. Ask…
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Some teens might experiment sexually with friends to practice and learn about sex or to have sex outside of the context…
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It’s nice that you want to spare your partner’s feelings, but your feelings also matter in this situation. People…
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Absolutely. You need to do what is right for you, no matter what you’ve done in the past. When it comes to sex, part…
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It’s tough when a relationship ends, whether or not you are the person who ended it. And it’s even harder when you…
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Yes, what your friend told you is true. Naked pictures of people under the age of 18 are considered child pornography.…
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It’s definitely possible to feel attracted to and affectionate toward another person, even at a young age. No one but…
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People who are in love sometimes decide to have sex, but having sex will not guarantee that you or your partner will fall…
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The “morning after” usually refers to what happens after two people have sex. Having sex could mean oral sex, anal…
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It is totally OK. There is a lot of pressure on teens to pair up romantically early on. Every person is different in terms…
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Many people use the motto: “Safer sex or no sex!” While this can be the most protective way to look at using condoms,…
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There are examples of healthy relationships with big age differences, but it can get tricky when a teen is involved with…
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Communication is an important part of a healthy relationship. It means being able to tell your partner how you feel, what…
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While it may not be easy, the healthiest approach is to respect your parents’ or guardians’ wishes and, little by…
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People will often ask how they can let someone know that they like them, without having to tell them. Or they will ask…
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Yes, it’s possible to be intimate with someone without having sex (vaginal, anal or oral). As you get to know a partner,…
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This is a great question. It shows that you’re taking the time to think through this decision. Here are some things…
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A lot of teens wonder if there is a “right” age to have sex. Many adults would agree that 15 is too young to have…
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The term “player” is usually used to describe someone who is interested in the sexual side of a relationship but not…
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Anal sex is when a penis or other object is inserted into a partner’s anus. Like any other sexual behavior, some people…
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Cyber and phone sex usually involve sex talk on the phone or texting on the phone or messaging over the Internet. Sometimes,…
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People who identify as lesbian, gay, bi or heterosexual can give and express pleasure in many ways. There isn’t just…
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It’s normal for people to start thinking about having sex when they reach their teen years. Puberty makes people curious…
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An orgasm is a full-body release of sexual tension that builds up as a result of sexual excitement. Before an orgasm happens,…
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Dry sex is a term that has different meanings to different people. Some people think it means taking off your clothes…
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There is no “correct” way to kiss. A good kiss is different for everyone. Some like quick, dry kisses. Others like…
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Yes, people with physical disabilities and cognitive disabilities can have sex. All human beings are sexual beings, regardless…
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People used to believe you could tell if a girl was a virgin by looking to see if her hymen was torn. Most vaginas have…
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There really isn’t one definition of virginity, or at least not one that everyone agrees with. Some people believe intercourse…
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There are lots of reasons why one partner may have an orgasm while the other doesn’t. Couples need to be able to speak…
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Some don’t experience pain or bleeding the first time they have sexual intercourse. Some do. Most vaginas have a hymen,…
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