by Jess Knittel | May 1, 2023 | Sex
Though it’s the safest form of sex, masturbation is still considered taboo and something most of us don’t talk about. Solo Sex: Masturbation is a common behavior that plays a role in healthy sexual development. It involves self-stimulation that creates sexual arousal...
by Jess Knittel | Apr 14, 2023 | Relationships, Sex, STIs
Learning about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be scary and confusing – but it doesn’t have to be! All STIs are not the Same: But they do have some things in common. First, they are all transmitted sexually through vaginal, oral, and anal sex and are found...
by Jess Knittel | Apr 14, 2023 | Relationships, Sex
Like other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV doesn’t discriminate by age. In fact, youth make up a large portion of all new cases of HIV yearly. What You Need to Know: HIV/AIDS is a viral sexually transmitted infection (STI); though there is no cure, it can...
by Jess Knittel | Mar 8, 2023 | LBGTQ+, Relationships, Sex
The healthcare system does not always support those who are part of the LBGTQIA+ community. In fact, it can be downright harmful. Hazardous Healthcare Research continues to show that LGBTQIA+ individuals are more likely to have various negative health outcomes,...
by Jess Knittel | Feb 13, 2023 | Relationships, Sex
*Content Warning* Dating Violence Any relationship can potentially be unhealthy. But when talking about dating violence, it’s important to know that young people experience the highest rates of rape and sexual assault across the U.S. Teen Dating Violence While dating...
by Jess Knittel | Jan 19, 2023 | Family Planning, Sex
*Content Warning* Human Trafficking When people hear the term ‘human trafficking,’ most individuals instantly think of sex trafficking; but the issue is much more complex. It involves the exploitation (using another for one’s personal benefit) of a person for labor,...
