Sex & Sexuality

What’s sex? What’s sexuality? How do people experience and actively express their sexualities, by themselves, with partners or both? How can we take part in sex in ways that are wanted and consensual, physically and emotionally safe and enjoyable for everyone? How do you figure out what you like? How can you communicate about sex? How do you deal with feelings like fear, shame, anxiety, dysphoria and other body image issues? How do you create the kind of sexual life you want? You’ll find the answers to all these and more here.

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Articles and Advice in this area:

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  • Sara Rowe Mount

Stereotypes and false beliefs about the sexualities of cis men aren’t exclusive to conservative circles. They have been pervasive all over the place for decades, even in the medical profession and scientific literature.

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  • Gabrielle Kassel

Easily recognized for their bulbous head and long handle, wand vibrators have been bringing magic, and sensation, to people of all ages since 1968.

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  • Summer Tao

Disabled people are experts on their own lives, and that includes their sexuality.

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  • Mikky Bell

A way to challenge internalized ideas about desire is to ask yourself: whose voice is this thought coming from?

Advice
  • Anya

A common misconception about engaging in sex with trans and nonbinary people is that there is a “right” and a “wrong” way to touch each other. There isn’t.

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  • Imogen Mchugh

Mobility aids help you lead a fulfilling, independent life. Shouldn’t they do the same in the bedroom?

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  • Aurélia Gervasoni

Opening up to yourself and to another person physically may take time, but it is absolutely possible.

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  • Aurélia Gervasoni

You may have a curiosity to see what a new existence of desire can offer you, and you may find in it a source of confidence — within yourself, and with partners.

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  • s.e. smith

Hi Bea, First of all, congratulations on taking a big step towards managing your anxiety. I know firsthand how hard it is to reach out for help and talk about treatment options and I’m proud of you! I also unfortunately know firsthand how side effects from psychiatric medications can affect your…

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  • Maya Walsh-Little

A journey doesn’t need to have a destination. Approaching masturbation with a curiosity-focused mindset can help you learn more about yourself.