September is celebrated as PCOS awareness month. But wait, what is PCOS? PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, a common endocrine and metabolic condition, now prevalent in women of reproductive age.
But what about the cause? Is PCOS different from PCOD? Let’s see!
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – A silent epidemic Read More »
The connection between queer identity and mental health runs deep and can be difficult, often because of prejudice from society and the struggle for acceptance. It’s really important to provide mental health support that includes everyone and to create an environment where everyone can be themselves and do well. As allies, we need to support the Queer community and help them feel strong and equal as they work toward accepting themselves.
The Intersection of Queer Identity and Mental Health Read More »
Intimacy has always been closely linked to human emotions – love, lust, desire, loneliness, shame, guilt, fear – the list is endless. On a quest to explore the deeper implications of intimacy within the modern context, we have curated a list of books that attempt to do the same, featuring an Editor’s Pick. Read on!
Best Sex Ed Books for Your Reading List This Season Read More »
The connotations of abnormality surrounding queer media have led to the shaping as well as the persistence of a prejudiced mindset. It’s crucial to put forth a positive narrative to replace the impact set by underrepresentation as well as poor representation of queer identity in children’s media.
Rainbow Reflections- How Queer characters transform Children’s media Read More »
In a time marked by a constant stream of misinformation, one of the domains most significantly impacted is men’s health. Consequently, it becomes crucial to challenge and dismantle wrong beliefs.
The subsequent blog aims to dispel myths surrounding the penis and the perceived influence of Peyronie’s disease on its size and structure.
Are you curvy enough? Debunking Penis Myths Read More »
The most common and visible sign of an STD is a chancre in the genital region. This article dives into the features of chancres, and how you can use them to help you diagnose Syphilis and Chancroid.
Chancre on my genitals! : Syphilis vs Choncroid Read More »
Pratisandhi Foundation has reached a significant milestone by completing half a decade of operation. Let us reflect on the journey so far!
Pratisandhi turns 5! Read More »
Pratisandhi launched The S.A.C.R.E.D Project – which stands for “Sexual Abuse of Children: Redressal, Elimination and Deterrence” that works with broadly three stakeholders in cases of Child Sexual Abuse and its prevention: children themselves, parents/caregivers, and teachers.
A Day On-ground: An Insight Into The SACRED Project Read More »
School dress codes navigate through the narrow spaces to establish a power dynamic in young minds.
How Do School Uniforms Shape Sexuality? Read More »
Are you experiencing difficulty in having sex, painful urination, pelvic pain or bladder control issues? Are these daily activities or body functions proving to be distressing and troublesome for you? You might be suffering from a hypertonic pelvic floor. Here’s how this condition may be impeding your quality of life, especially during sex or with pregnancy. Click to find out more details about this disorder that is often overlooked and dismissed by the predominant majority.
Tensed Pelvic Floor? We’ve got you covered. Read More »
