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Find Yourself Having Pain “Down There”? – All About Vaginismus

Have you been experiencing extreme tightness or a stinging sensation when you try to have penile-vaginal intercourse, insert a finger or even a tampon in your vagina? You might have something called ‘vaginismus’! Keep reading for more info!

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Supreme Court endorses Sex Education in India

On 23rd September, a bench consisting of CJI DY Chandrachud and Justice JB Pardiwala of the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgement regarding possession of child pornography as a punishable offence under the POCSO Act. It also highlighted what we have been saying for a decade: sex education should be made mandatory. Read on to know more!

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The Intersection of Queer Identity and Mental Health

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.

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Best Sex Ed Books for Your Reading List This Season

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!

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Sexual Shame: Two sides of the same coin and here’s how to deal with it

Sexual shame can be debilitating in all kinds of ways: physically, emotionally and mentally. This article aims to talk about the symptoms, causes and solutions to deal with shame around sexual intimacy. Here’s how to reclaim your sexuality minus the stigma.

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The Importance of Consent and Boundaries in Sexual Relationships

Consent and boundaries are inextricably linked – they work together to empower individuals and ensure that all sexual experiences are truly consensual and mutually pleasurable. Without this foundation, the dynamics of a sexual relationship can become dangerously unhealthy, undermining trust, safety, and personal agency.

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He likes sugar, I like spice: Syncing Intimacy in our Relationships

He likes sugar, I like spice: Syncing Intimacy in our Relationships After 10 years of marriage, Chevy decides to finally get a divorce. The reason was, a lack of emotional support from her husband, and her expectations were never met. Their two kids were the only thread that kept them together for so long. We

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