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I cut myself. How do I get help without telling my parents?
Posted August 31, 2011 under Ask Us.Making a decision to stop self-injuring is a big first step. Remember that learning healthier ways to handle intense feelings will take time. The key to recovering is to get […]
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How do you tell your parents that you’re having sex?
Posted August 24, 2011 under Ask Us.How do you tell your parents that you’re having sexual intercourse with your partner? While some teens have had lots of conversations with their parents about this topic starting at […]
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What’s an orgasm?
Posted August 17, 2011 under Ask Us.If you look up the word “orgasm” in your biology book, you’ll likely find a definition such as “the climax of sexual excitement with increased blood flow to the genitals […]
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I’m a virgin and want to use tampons. Is that okay?
Posted August 10, 2011 under Ask Us.Yes. Even if you’re a virgin (you’ve never had vaginal intercourse), you may use tampons. Tampons don’t change your hymen (the skin that partly covers the opening to your vagina). […]
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What’s the correct way to get rid of bumps/pimples caused from shaving pubic hair?
Posted August 3, 2011 under Ask Us.If you develop a rash, red bumps, or itching on your pubic area (vulva) there are some easy treatments to try at home. If symptoms don’t improve in a few […]
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What’s the easiest way to get tested for STIs without my parents knowing?
Posted July 27, 2011 under Ask Us.The easiest way to get tested is to make an appointment with your health care provider. It’s good to call the office and speak with a nurse about their confidentiality […]
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What happens if you have one breast that’s a cup size larger than the other?
Posted July 20, 2011 under Ask Us.It’s very common for your breasts to grow at different rates while they’re developing. Usually they’ll look about the same size by the time they’re done growing. If the size […]
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What is brown discharge?
Posted July 13, 2011 under Ask Us.Girls and women may have brown discharge just before, during, or right after their period. Most of the time it’s normal and not a cause for concern. The brown color […]
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Can you get STIs from oral sex?
Posted July 6, 2011 under Ask Us.Yes! Just about all of the STIs, including: HIV, Herpes, HPV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia can be transmitted through unprotected oral sex. You may not be able to tell if […]
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Can you get your period while you’re swimming?
Posted June 29, 2011 under Ask Us.It’s possible to get your period while you’re swimming, but the cold water usually makes the flow less, so you might not even notice. If you have your period, you […]
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