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Scarleteen's Link-In-Bio

A list of recent links posted to Scarleteen's social media platforms.

    The Scoop on Dating Apps

    No matter the app, swiping and dating can be tricky. If you’re going to use dating or hookup apps, here’s how to make the process a little easier.

    I want to like sex but I don't.

    How can you feel safe enough to enjoy sex when you’re a survivor of childhood sexual abuse?

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    Wonder in a World of Worry: My Body is My Buddy

    When the world outside is dark and scary, connecting with your body can be a place where you find safety and sanctuary. To talk about finding home in your body, I reached out to Dirty Lola.

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    The Bigger Picture on Erections

    Learn about what an erection is, how it might look for specific bodies and hormonal profiles, and how to have some useful and fun conversations with sexual partners.

    Rebel Well: How to Help Each Other & Improve This Godawful Mess

    This piece is part of Rebel Well: a Starter Survival Guide to a Trumped America for Teens and Emerging Adults.

     

    When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’― Fred Rogers

     

    Stand up for other people. Period.

    • Be a safe haven. Being a safe haven is something you do with your deeds, not just your words — and those deeds need to be meaningful. While signaling that you are friendly with something like a Pride pin can be comforting, it’s also important to take action, too, so people know that

    Setting Realistic Goals for Homeless Youth

    Housing instability can feel overwhelming. Goal-setting can help you organize your life and take on your needs, step by step.

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    How Do I Navigate a Friendship Break-Up?

    There’s lots of advice out there on handling the end of a romantic relationship. What about a friendship?

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    The Second Guesser’s Guide to Hormone Therapy

    Not sure whether hormone therapy is right for you right now? Here are some things you can think about to figure it out for yourself.

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    Finding Joy in Our Bodies and Bonds: A Guide to Sexual and Relational Pleasure for QTBIPOC Youth

    For many queer and trans young people from our communities, joy can feel like a prize that’s always just out of reach. This guide is for young folks navigating sexualities, identities, and relationships within India’s rich, though sometimes restrictive, cultural tapestry.

    My Medication Abortions Allowed Me to Shape My Future

    I no longer have to worry about pregnancy and, instead, can focus on pursuing my career goals and nurturing my relationships with the people I love.