Family can have a huge impact on the way we see ourselves as sexual beings. A lot of times our ideas about, well, practically everything can start with the attitudes members of our families hold. If the attitudes are unhealthy or just down right wrong it can take years to reshape the way we think ab...

I'm loving Bow and Dre Johnson right now from Black-ish. It feels real and relatable. When they have disagreements you get to see each of them process it for themselves, accept the role they played and take accountability for their feelings, and then come together as a couple to figure everything ou...

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Hey again sri, I hate to hear that you are hurting. It is certainly hard when a relationship is not going the way we want with people that we care about. Did you all discuss what "space" would like? This usually means different things for different people so its important to clarify. Uncer...

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Can I also ask if you are required to do distance learning or do you have the option to complete your courses at your high school?

That's a common one Show Me Love, but I don't think it is obvious to a lot of folks. I think the guise of love is something abusive partners try to hide behind. Trying to conflate love and abuse, which is impossible, but makes the abuse hard to recognize. Saying that their controlling behaviors are ...

Scared, nervous, anxious, excited...so many different feelings come along with taking a pregnancy test. At Scarleteen we usually suggest taking a test to confirm or rule out pregnancy but for many reasons, it is not folks favorite thing to do. Maybe access is limited by transportation or money, mayb...

Hi Confusedteen, You know your parents the best! Keep that in mind when you are telling them the situation. If you think it will make it easier to talk, you can tell them separately or just tell whoever you feel will be the most supportive. Let them know that this person is making you uncomfortable ...

Focusing on rare and impossible occurrences will definitely heighten your anxiety! If pregnancy is something that you fear it can helpful to instead focus on what things you can do to prevent pregnancy. That might mean engaging in activities that do not pose risk and using condoms and/or other forms...

Hi pumkin99, Johanna already explained that if you are having a period and the results of you pregnancy test are negative then you are not pregnant. Check out this article: http://www.scarleteen.com/article/bodies/youre_not_pregnant_why_do_you_think_you_are A lot of times people have this sort of sc...

Hi indianaggirl, We can not know the circumstances that led to your pregnancy. I know it's not what you want to hear. But we can help you figure out your next steps, help you sort through your options, and just provide you with some support through this confusing situation. You are already headed in...

Hi raynsworld, Welcome to the boards! The best way to rule out vaginismus or any other possible conditions is to consult a gynecologist. If you are feeling uncomfortable, you all can take a break and focus on other kinds of sex you like! If each time you all try penetration and it's not turning out ...

HI confused_teen,

I'm a little unclear on what you mean. Can you clarify please? Are you asking if something is wrong or weird about your half sister being attracted to older people?

Hey amour8273, How someone masturbates is a matter of personal preference. What works for one person may not work for another! Are you just looking for different ways that someone could masturbate? Check out the article below to see if it has the info you are looking for and let me know if there's a...

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I got pregnant my sophomore year of college. My undergrad definitely didn't have a culture that was supportive of young parents. During my pregnancy the responses from faculty and support staff was somewhat discouraging even though I think they meant well. EVERYONE I confided in said I should take a...

Choosing to have an abortion can be a difficult decision, especially for teens and young adults. There is so much stigma around teen pregnancy that we forget to recognize how much maturity and strength it takes to choose the best option. Having support is crucial but can be hard to find. Even people...

Found a great piece about things we say that are hurtful to teens who decided to parent.

100 Things You Should Never Say...

If you are a teen parent or know anyone who has decided to parent what would you add to this list? Which items stand out to you and why?

Even in healthy relationships, there are disagreements! How partners handle being upset and talking about difficult topics says a lot about the type of relationship that you have. Being able to communicate through tough times is one of the best skills you can have. But it is HARD!!!! Especially when...

Hey again, The way that our parents do (or don't approach) sexuality can definitely have an impact on the way we feel about this things. Do you want to talk to them more? If so, would you like some help navigating that conversation? It seems like getting information helps you out. Have you checked o...

Not eating enough or over exercising can lead to irregular periods (inactivity can as well), however we can't be sure if that is what is going on with your cycle. If you have concerns you can discuss it with your healthcare provider. Below is a link on taking care of yourself! It includes informatio...

Hi SlightConcern, It is perfectly normal (and a good thing) to have some concern about protecting yourself and your partner so long as that has not started to interfere with the way that you function daily or starts to consume your thoughts. If you did not request specific test then your doctor eval...

Talking to parents/guardians about sex and sexuality can be awkward :oops: :shock: :o --or it can be a completely comfortable thing :). Some of us get the "talk" while others are bombarded with info and lucky (or unlucky) enough to get personal stories from parents past. How do (or did) yo...

Hi Kookykandy16, If you did not start your pill on the first day of your period or the first Sunday after a period it is advised to use a back up method for a full cycle. This would be ideal even though 7 days is often suggested. However, risk of pregnancy is low especially if the condom was used co...

So often when we talk about relationships we focus on the negative (warning signs, red lights, etc.). While we are aware of all the bad things we can forget to focus on the good. Knowing what a healthy relationship looks and feels like is just as important as being able to recognize the bad. Having ...