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#child-development

I'm a sexologist, but talking about sex with my teenage sons is still awkward. These 7 things make it easier.

Tailor communication about sex to each child's personality and timing to foster openness and trust.

The experts: sex educators on 16 ways to talk to your children about bodies, porn and consent

Open and proactive communication about sex is essential for parents and caregivers to effectively educate children.

Children should not be taught about changing gender, says former education minister

Conservative MP opposes teaching sex education to young children
Andrea Jenkyns expresses concern over children learning about changing gender at primary school

I'm a sexologist, but talking about sex with my teenage sons is still awkward. These 7 things make it easier.

Tailor communication about sex to each child's personality and timing to foster openness and trust.

The experts: sex educators on 16 ways to talk to your children about bodies, porn and consent

Open and proactive communication about sex is essential for parents and caregivers to effectively educate children.

Children should not be taught about changing gender, says former education minister

Conservative MP opposes teaching sex education to young children
Andrea Jenkyns expresses concern over children learning about changing gender at primary school
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#teen-pregnancy

Texas, Abstinence and Teen Pregnancy

Texas has the slowest decline in teen pregnancy rates in the U.S., largely due to inadequate sex education and limited access to contraception.

Argentina's Leader Takes Ax to Program That Drove Down Teen Pregnancy

The Argentine government dismantled a successful sex education program, cutting efforts to reduce teen pregnancy amid critiques of feminism and economic austerity.

Why Dutch Teens Have Better Sexual Health Than American Teens - Sex and Psychology

Dutch teens have better sexual health outcomes due to open communication, access to contraception, and normalization of adolescent sexuality.

Texas, Abstinence and Teen Pregnancy

Texas has the slowest decline in teen pregnancy rates in the U.S., largely due to inadequate sex education and limited access to contraception.

Argentina's Leader Takes Ax to Program That Drove Down Teen Pregnancy

The Argentine government dismantled a successful sex education program, cutting efforts to reduce teen pregnancy amid critiques of feminism and economic austerity.

Why Dutch Teens Have Better Sexual Health Than American Teens - Sex and Psychology

Dutch teens have better sexual health outcomes due to open communication, access to contraception, and normalization of adolescent sexuality.
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#pornography

Let's Talk About Pornography. No, Seriously.

Parents must confront the reality of adolescents viewing explicit content, recognizing its prevalence and potential harm.

Moral Panic and Youthful Pleasure

The pervasive nature of pornography among adolescents necessitates open discussions between parents and youths for healthy development.

More Than 50% Of Young Adults Have Tried Choking During Sex. Scapegoating Porn Is Not The Answer.

The survey highlights the prevalence of consensual strangulation among young Australians, raising significant concerns about consent and the influence of pornography.

"Immediate Turnoff": People Share The Things That Make Someone "Bad In Bed"

Pornographic content adversely shapes men's sexual expectations and attitudes towards women.

23 Over-The-Top Sex Acts Porn Made Us Believe Were Actually Satisfying

Porn's unrealistic depictions of sex can lead to misunderstandings and disappointment in real relationships.

Everything is hairless': what 100 women taught me about porn and body confidence

Many women lack knowledge about their own anatomy, leading to a sense of secrecy and discomfort.
Exposure to pornography at a young age can influence perceptions of sex and body image.

Let's Talk About Pornography. No, Seriously.

Parents must confront the reality of adolescents viewing explicit content, recognizing its prevalence and potential harm.

Moral Panic and Youthful Pleasure

The pervasive nature of pornography among adolescents necessitates open discussions between parents and youths for healthy development.

More Than 50% Of Young Adults Have Tried Choking During Sex. Scapegoating Porn Is Not The Answer.

The survey highlights the prevalence of consensual strangulation among young Australians, raising significant concerns about consent and the influence of pornography.

"Immediate Turnoff": People Share The Things That Make Someone "Bad In Bed"

Pornographic content adversely shapes men's sexual expectations and attitudes towards women.

23 Over-The-Top Sex Acts Porn Made Us Believe Were Actually Satisfying

Porn's unrealistic depictions of sex can lead to misunderstandings and disappointment in real relationships.

Everything is hairless': what 100 women taught me about porn and body confidence

Many women lack knowledge about their own anatomy, leading to a sense of secrecy and discomfort.
Exposure to pornography at a young age can influence perceptions of sex and body image.
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#healthy-relationships

Planned Parenthood to teach sex ed and healthcare to students with disabilities

Planned Parenthood is providing vital sex education workshops for students with disabilities, enhancing their understanding of healthy relationships and healthcare.

Daughter Shares Her Mom's Three Questions She Wanted Her To Ask Herself When She Was Ready To Have Sex

A mother encourages her daughter to have a healthy relationship with her sexuality through three guided questions, emphasizing safety and self-respect over love.

Mom Shares How She Gave Her 14-Year-Old "The Talk" With Amazing PowerPoint Presentation

Open discussions about sex and relationships are crucial for teenagers' understanding and empowerment.
Tamara Mason's slide presentation effectively addresses serious subjects like consent and sexual health in a supportive environment.

Planned Parenthood to teach sex ed and healthcare to students with disabilities

Planned Parenthood is providing vital sex education workshops for students with disabilities, enhancing their understanding of healthy relationships and healthcare.

Daughter Shares Her Mom's Three Questions She Wanted Her To Ask Herself When She Was Ready To Have Sex

A mother encourages her daughter to have a healthy relationship with her sexuality through three guided questions, emphasizing safety and self-respect over love.

Mom Shares How She Gave Her 14-Year-Old "The Talk" With Amazing PowerPoint Presentation

Open discussions about sex and relationships are crucial for teenagers' understanding and empowerment.
Tamara Mason's slide presentation effectively addresses serious subjects like consent and sexual health in a supportive environment.
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Kiss chaste: number of high school boys in Japan who have had first kiss falls to 1970s levels

Japanese youth are increasingly delaying or avoiding romantic experiences, including first kisses, as indicated by the lowest survey results since 1974.

Sex Education's Connor Swindells' on-screen dad officiates his wedding

Connor Swindells married fellow actor Amber Anderson with his on-screen father officiating the wedding.
#relationships

Great Sex For Every Penis Type Or Size.

Penis size matters differently than commonly thought; technique and understanding partner needs are key for sexual pleasure.

HOW TO FUCK A MAN WELL IN BED.

Women should take charge during sex to enhance their and their partner's experience.

Emily Nagoski, sexologist: Yes, please, talk to each other about your sex lives'

Starting an interview with questions about a stranger's sex life can be unconventional but appropriate in certain contexts.
Emily Nagoski emphasizes the importance of pleasure and intimacy over the concept of 'keeping the spark alive' for fulfilling sexual experiences.

Great Sex For Every Penis Type Or Size.

Penis size matters differently than commonly thought; technique and understanding partner needs are key for sexual pleasure.

HOW TO FUCK A MAN WELL IN BED.

Women should take charge during sex to enhance their and their partner's experience.

Emily Nagoski, sexologist: Yes, please, talk to each other about your sex lives'

Starting an interview with questions about a stranger's sex life can be unconventional but appropriate in certain contexts.
Emily Nagoski emphasizes the importance of pleasure and intimacy over the concept of 'keeping the spark alive' for fulfilling sexual experiences.
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#public-health

Condoms aren't a fact of life for young Americans. They're an afterthought

Condom usage among young adults is declining due to advancements in birth control, reduced concern over HIV, and inconsistent sexual education.

Will Paraguay's first-ever sex education curriculum be worse than none at all?

Paraguay's new sex education curriculum faces backlash for conservative views, emphasizing traditional relationships and casting doubt on contraceptive effectiveness.

Condoms aren't a fact of life for young Americans. They're an afterthought

Condom usage among young adults is declining due to advancements in birth control, reduced concern over HIV, and inconsistent sexual education.

Will Paraguay's first-ever sex education curriculum be worse than none at all?

Paraguay's new sex education curriculum faces backlash for conservative views, emphasizing traditional relationships and casting doubt on contraceptive effectiveness.
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Ex-Tory MP Miriam Cates calls for sex education to be axed

Miriam Cates advocates for the removal of sex education in schools, labeling it a psychological experiment impacting children's moral understanding.
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It's needless death': Ugandan activists decry restrictive abortion laws

Uganda's restrictive abortion laws and lack of sex education contribute to unsafe practices and tragic outcomes for women.

Ron DeSantis says Florida's sex ed classes can't mention anatomy or contraceptives - LGBTQ Nation

Florida's education policy enforces abstinence-only sex education, limiting local discretion over curriculum and excluding contraception and reproductive anatomy discussions.
#intimacy

I Hired A Sex Worker To Save My Marriage. Here's How It Changed Our Lives.

The article explores a unique experiential learning about sexual techniques and arousal under guidance.

Places Your Man Wants You To Touch Him During Sex.

Recognizing and stimulating a man's pleasure points can significantly enhance intimacy and sexual enjoyment.

I Hired A Sex Worker To Save My Marriage. Here's How It Changed Our Lives.

The article explores a unique experiential learning about sexual techniques and arousal under guidance.

Places Your Man Wants You To Touch Him During Sex.

Recognizing and stimulating a man's pleasure points can significantly enhance intimacy and sexual enjoyment.
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#birth-control

Mark Robinson tells women to get their groins 'under control' in bizarre anti-birth control rant

Mark Robinson opposes sex education and birth control, advocating instead for personal responsibility regarding reproductive health.

GOP governor candidate opposes contraceptives for young people - LGBTQ Nation

Mark Robinson believes birth control for young women could promote promiscuity, echoing long-standing Republican views on contraception and sexual education.

Here's 1 Sex Lesson Everyone Could Stand To Learn From 'Love Is Blind'

Conversations about birth control can be complicated and misconstrued.
Education about birth control methods is still lacking.

Mark Robinson tells women to get their groins 'under control' in bizarre anti-birth control rant

Mark Robinson opposes sex education and birth control, advocating instead for personal responsibility regarding reproductive health.

GOP governor candidate opposes contraceptives for young people - LGBTQ Nation

Mark Robinson believes birth control for young women could promote promiscuity, echoing long-standing Republican views on contraception and sexual education.

Here's 1 Sex Lesson Everyone Could Stand To Learn From 'Love Is Blind'

Conversations about birth control can be complicated and misconstrued.
Education about birth control methods is still lacking.
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Yasmin Finney spills the tea about Heartstopper season three's trans sex scenes

Heartstopper season three will feature significant sex scenes that educate audiences on the complexities of being a trans character experiencing gender dysphoria.
#gillian-anderson

Gillian Anderson Can Tell You What Women Want

Gillian Anderson's project 'Want' compiles anonymous sexual fantasies of women, promoting open discussions about sexuality.
Anderson catalyzes a communal approach to discussing women's desires through the publication of anonymous fantasies.

Want: Sexual Fantasies, edited by Gillian Anderson review intriguing survey of desire

Gillian Anderson's exploration of women’s sexual fantasies reflects ongoing changes in societal roles and individual agency since Nancy Friday's original work.

My moans of pleasure fill the echoing church': eight women share their erotic fantasies

Women can explore their deepest desires through imagination, overcoming societal norms and expectations to embrace a new narrative of sexual freedom.

Gillian Anderson Can Tell You What Women Want

Gillian Anderson's project 'Want' compiles anonymous sexual fantasies of women, promoting open discussions about sexuality.
Anderson catalyzes a communal approach to discussing women's desires through the publication of anonymous fantasies.

Want: Sexual Fantasies, edited by Gillian Anderson review intriguing survey of desire

Gillian Anderson's exploration of women’s sexual fantasies reflects ongoing changes in societal roles and individual agency since Nancy Friday's original work.

My moans of pleasure fill the echoing church': eight women share their erotic fantasies

Women can explore their deepest desires through imagination, overcoming societal norms and expectations to embrace a new narrative of sexual freedom.
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Fresh, Frank-Even Funny: A New Wave of Books About Bodies, Puberty, and Sex Ed

Today's readers deserve honest, inclusive, and accurate books about adolescence despite potential backlash or censorship.
#sexual-health

Porn Is Everywhere. Why Has School Sex Ed Mostly Ignored It?

Oregon's sex education program is rated among the best nationally and is evolving to address modern challenges like sexually explicit media.

7 'Embarrassing' Sex Questions Experts Get Asked All The Time

People have common questions about sex that they may feel embarrassed to ask.
Squirting and female ejaculation are distinct processes, with varying fluid types and sources.

Nearly fifth of teenagers say internet main information source on sexual health

Nearly a fifth of teenagers rely on the internet for sexual health information.
Young people may be exposed to unreliable information on relationships and sex online.

Porn Is Everywhere. Why Has School Sex Ed Mostly Ignored It?

Oregon's sex education program is rated among the best nationally and is evolving to address modern challenges like sexually explicit media.

7 'Embarrassing' Sex Questions Experts Get Asked All The Time

People have common questions about sex that they may feel embarrassed to ask.
Squirting and female ejaculation are distinct processes, with varying fluid types and sources.

Nearly fifth of teenagers say internet main information source on sexual health

Nearly a fifth of teenagers rely on the internet for sexual health information.
Young people may be exposed to unreliable information on relationships and sex online.
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#stis

Young people's health at risk from fall in condom use, warns WHO

The decline in condom use among adolescents is alarming and poses health risks for young people.

Yes, lesbians can get STIs too: What to know about safe sex

Lesbians can get STIs, including HPV and herpes; safer sex practices are crucial regardless of sexual orientation.

Young people's health at risk from fall in condom use, warns WHO

The decline in condom use among adolescents is alarming and poses health risks for young people.

Yes, lesbians can get STIs too: What to know about safe sex

Lesbians can get STIs, including HPV and herpes; safer sex practices are crucial regardless of sexual orientation.
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#government-policy

What does the sex education curriculum currently include?

Government plans to ban explicit discussions on gender identity and sex before age 13 to address concerns of age-inappropriate lessons.

Fighting Sexual Temptation? Play Badminton, Hong Kong Tells Teenagers.

The Hong Kong Education Bureau's sex education guidelines suggest engaging in sports to prevent intimate behaviors among teenagers, prompting criticism and humor from youth.

What does the sex education curriculum currently include?

Government plans to ban explicit discussions on gender identity and sex before age 13 to address concerns of age-inappropriate lessons.

Fighting Sexual Temptation? Play Badminton, Hong Kong Tells Teenagers.

The Hong Kong Education Bureau's sex education guidelines suggest engaging in sports to prevent intimate behaviors among teenagers, prompting criticism and humor from youth.
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After a roast, comic Nikki Glaser says she needs to cleanse her brain

Nikki Glaser uses comedy to address sensitive topics and fill information voids, aiming to make people laugh, be honest, and rebel against awkward moments.

Why Dutch Teens Have Better Sexual Health Than American Teens - Sex and Psychology

Dutch teens have better sexual health outcomes due to open communication, access to contraception, and normalization of adolescent sexuality.

What should kids be taught about sex and relationships?

Comprehensive sex education is crucial for children to prevent vulnerability to abuse and misinformation.
#gender-identity

Schools told not to teach about gender identity

Government plans to ban sex education for under-nines and teaching about gender identity to protect children from 'disturbing content'.

Sunak defends sex education plans as they are compared to Thatcher's hated Section 28

Rishi Sunak defended sex education plans despite comparisons to Section 28.

Study finds over third of US adults never received sex education on gender identity

Over a third of adults in the US did not receive sex education on gender identity.
Participants in the study reported a lack of education on important topics such as discussing sex, consent, and establishing sexual orientation.

Central Coast's new culture war flashpoint: High school sex-ed

Sex education teacher Jamie Cutter teaches an inclusive curriculum for high school students that goes beyond basic sex-ed.
Parents are objecting to inclusive sex education due to the politicization of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Trans debate' should not be taught as fact, says Tory minister

Tory minister opposes teaching gender identity as fact until age 13, aiming to prevent exposure to sexual material at a young age.

Education secretary grilled over ban on gender identity discussion in schools

Education secretary Gillian Keegan under scrutiny for claims of 72 genders and inappropriate teaching in schools.

Schools told not to teach about gender identity

Government plans to ban sex education for under-nines and teaching about gender identity to protect children from 'disturbing content'.

Sunak defends sex education plans as they are compared to Thatcher's hated Section 28

Rishi Sunak defended sex education plans despite comparisons to Section 28.

Study finds over third of US adults never received sex education on gender identity

Over a third of adults in the US did not receive sex education on gender identity.
Participants in the study reported a lack of education on important topics such as discussing sex, consent, and establishing sexual orientation.

Central Coast's new culture war flashpoint: High school sex-ed

Sex education teacher Jamie Cutter teaches an inclusive curriculum for high school students that goes beyond basic sex-ed.
Parents are objecting to inclusive sex education due to the politicization of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Trans debate' should not be taught as fact, says Tory minister

Tory minister opposes teaching gender identity as fact until age 13, aiming to prevent exposure to sexual material at a young age.

Education secretary grilled over ban on gender identity discussion in schools

Education secretary Gillian Keegan under scrutiny for claims of 72 genders and inappropriate teaching in schools.
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Pupils in England can learn about gender surgery but not ideology', says Keegan

Children can learn about gender reassignment surgery but not gender ideology in schools, as per new government guidance.

Sex Education stars changed their groundbreaking trans sex scene

Creating authentic trans representation in mainstream media is a collaborative process and requires dedicated inclusion efforts.

On Sex Ed, "Our Side" Is Finally Fighting Back

EducateUS is addressing conservative groups' pushback against LGBTQ-inclusive sex education in public schools.

Give children better sex education to fight views distorted by cyberspace, says top headteacher

Children are learning about consent, sexual violence, and diseases online, leading to a distorted view of sex.
Lack of consistent sex education in schools due to absence of detailed guidance from the Department for Education.

The First VR Squirting Video Shot Specifically for Apple Vision Pro Is Here

The first adult content shot on the iPhone 15 for the Apple Vision Pro has been released as a series of explicit sex education videos.
The series, called Spatial Sex Ed, features instructional videos on topics like making somebody squirt and tracking arousal via vaginal contractions.

Should California schools have to share sex ed materials online? One lawmaker says yes

Republican lawmaker introduces bill to require online publication of sex education materials in California schools
The bill aims to foster collaboration between parents and schools on a sensitive subject

Indiana college cancels bondage class teaching 'safe rope tying' and 'handcuff skills' over parental backlash

A public Indiana college cancels a student class on bondage techniques after parents object to the sexually-explicit seminar.
The seminar was supposed to teach students safe rope tying techniques but was cancelled after parents complained about the use of public funds for bondage education.

Biden administration creates $700k grant to create inclusive sex ed for trans male teens

Transgender teens assigned female at birth are at risk for negative sexual health outcomes and are often excluded from sex education programs.
The Center for Innovative Public Health Research has received a grant to develop #TranscendentHealth, an inclusive sexual health program for transmasculine and nonbinary teens.

Biden administration allocates $700,000 to sex-ed program for trans boys

The Biden administration is providing funding for a sexual health program targeted at pregnancy prevention for transgender boys.
The grant will support a program focused on sex education and condom usage for trans boys.

She Wrote a Best Seller on Women's Sex Lives. Then Her Own Fell Apart.

Emily Nagoski, a renowned sex educator, opens up about her own struggles with sexual dry spells.
Nagoski's book and TED Talks have touched millions of women, but she feels the pressure to meet expectations as an 'expert'.

Austrian teacher who moonlighted as online 'Orgasm Pope' sex coach fired by school

Austrian elementary teacher fired for being an online sex coach for middle-aged adults.
The teacher advertising her services as the 'Orgasm Pope' on TikTok and Facebook.

As HIV Rates Fall Nationally, Latinx Communities Remain Disproportionately Impacted. Why? | KQED

Sex education is viewed as a critical health issue, rather than a religious or moral issue.
Undocumented immigrants may face barriers to accessing HIV care, leading to later diagnosis and more advanced disease progression.

As HIV Rates Fall Nationally, Latinx Communities Remain Disproportionately Impacted. Why? | KQED

Sex education is viewed as a critical health issue, rather than a religious or moral issue.
Undocumented immigrants may face barriers to accessing HIV care, leading to later diagnosis and more advanced disease progression.
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