Center for Young Women's Health
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Everybody has worrisome thoughts once in a while, but constantly thinking about upsetting thoughts or urges to the point where they interfere with normal everyday activities is a problem. A […]
Read more »I hurt my back in summer softball. Coach and trainer said it didn’t look like anything major. A week has passed and it’s not any better. Medicine and rest haven’t helped. Money is tight but how do I know if I should go to the doctor?
Thanks for your question. During sports people may experience different types of injury, including muscle sprains and strains. Most of them are mild and recover with rest, time, and pain […]
Read more »Are there any health risks associated with not wearing a bra? As someone with a small chest, I feel like I rarely need one unless exercising.
Great question! No, there isn’t any scientific evidence to support that by not wearing a bra, a person could be at a higher risk for developing things such as breast […]
Read more »My boyfriend and I have never had sex, but we would like to start. I am just really nervous that something could go wrong! I worry about things like STIs and/or a bursting condom. I am concerned because STI testing and the morning after pill are not easily available where I live. What should I do? Can we still have sex?
This is such a great question! Deciding to have sex is a big decision, one that comes with a lot of responsibility, but it sounds like you’re way ahead of […]
Read more »Lidiando con padres con problemas con el alcohol
La mayoría de los adultos beben de forma social con sus amigos o disfrutan una botella de vino con la cena, pero beber con moderación es distinto a sufrir de […]
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