Do Beliefs About Love Impact Your Relationships?
There are lots of different ideas when it comes to love. Some people think that you need to work to maintain long-term relationships while others feel that love should be easy. So which is it? Is love hard work? Should it be hard? The truth is that the answer is a bit what you make […]
Sexual orientation describes what a person is sexually attracted to. It describes who a person is pursuing. Often this is just restricted to who we desire sexually but it can also describe how we relate to others romantically. Sexual orientation is all about who you want to be with. Types of Sexual Orientations There are […]
Monogamy is the relationship style where two people are in a committed relationship. Two people are sexually committed to each other and do not engage in any sexual activities with anyone else. This is the most commonly accepted type of relationship in today’s North American society. It is also commonly held up as the ideal […]
Anal sex is when something is inserted into the anus. Commonly most people think of a penis being inserted but fingers or a sex toy can also be used. Not everyone is comfortable with the idea of anal sex and that’s perfectly OK. As with all kinds of sexual activity, the motto of “different strokes […]
Do you ever ask yourself, how often should I get tested? Getting tested is an important part of safeguarding your sexual health but how often should you go? The answer is going to be a little different for everyone. The choice is a very personal one and there is no right or wrong answer. Each person […]
If the thought about talking about sex brings a flush to your cheeks or a nervous flutter to your belly then don’t worry. You are not alone. Many adults are uncomfortable talking about sex, even with their own partners. But what gives us this discomfort? Is it something that’s evolved as part of our genetic […]
Sexual consent is a huge and important topic. In the last year, we have talked more about consent than we ever have on a societal level. Thanks to the explosion of the #MeToo Movement, we are thinking much more critically about consent and how it should be applied in different situations. We are no longer […]
We are starting to learn much more about the impact of different types of drugs. In recent years, a lot of research has gone into the impacts of psychedelics on mental health. We have some solid research showing success in treating PTSD and depression with mushrooms. As we continue to explore the use of psychedelics […]
An abortion is a termination of a pregnancy. It stops the baby from continuing to grow and develop. In many cases, this is done through by medical professionals and the majority of abortions are completed in the first 10 weeks of pregnancy. When someone is considering this decision, counseling is often an important part of […]
Creep Off is a brand new pilot reporting tool to track harassment and catcalling on the street. It is launched by a Vancouver non-profit, Good Night Out Vancouver. This text-based service collects information about incidents of harassment. The hope is that collecting this information will lead to better support for women, members of the LGBTQ+ […]
Everyone has an STI status and it’s important for you to know yours. It’s a huge piece of being a sexually healthy and responsible adult. Getting tested on a regular basis will help you avoid any long-term health risks by helping you to address any problems quickly and before they cause any serious damage. It also helps you keep your sexual partner(s) safe as well by reducing the risks they have of contracting anything…
Vaginal sex is what most people think of when they talk about sex. It is often primarily thought of as a penis entering a vulva and into the vagina but that is only one part of vaginal sex. It is actually the penetration of something into the vagina. The penetration could be from fingers, a penis, or a toy of some kind. All of these things count as vaginal sex…
Is it really necessary to practice safer oral sex? A lot of people would argue that it really ruins the experience. It’s also a fairly common perception that there is no need for safer sex methods when engaging in oral sex. Since there is no risk of anyone getting pregnant when having oral sex, most people think that using protection isn’t important. There are more reasons than just potential pregnancies for using protection when engaging in oral sex. Unprotected sex of any kind still leaves you open to potential risks…
Doug Ford is already sparking some controversy since being elected into office by vowing the repeal Ontario’s sex education program from schools. He says he intends to replace the Liberals’ updates to the curriculum. There have been no official reasons given as to what’s wrong with the currently more comprehensive program. Ford only says that the new curriculum didn’t consult parents enough and is not in line with their best interests. Prior to the new curriculum being introduced, there was a fairly substantial group of parents consulted. The new curriculum also received input from mental health organizations, parent groups, police, as well as child development professionals…
Sexual assault can take many forms. The legal definition will change a bit from place to place but it is generally defined as any action that is sexual in nature and violates the sexual integrity of the victim. It is an unwanted and non-consenting action performed by one person on another. In many cases, sexual assault is defined by its lack of freely given consent. It is used as more of an umbrella term that includes a wide variety of unwanted actions…
BDSM stands for Bondage, Discipline/Dominant, Sadism/Submissive, and Masochism. It often refers to a collection of activities that are considered kinky. BDSM can be used to add some spice to sexual activities. Many scenarios use informed consent to exchanges in power and can include a variety of toys or objects. Sometimes people incorporate pain elements into their play time but that is not always an objective or requirement. It’s a very personal choice…