So, I find myself having sexual feelings. I wonder if I am too young (13yr.) to masturbate, or to have these feelings. Am I a freak?

Updated 1 August 2016 under Ask Us.

You are NOT a freak! It is completely normal to have sexual feelings at your age and want to masturbate.  Most people think that masturbation is normal when done privately,  but […]

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Can a gynecologist tell if I masturbate? It is my first visit to the gynecologist, what should I be prepared for?

Updated 26 June 2015 under Ask Us.

Your health care provider will not be able to tell if you masturbate (when a person stimulates or “plays with themselves” for sexual pleasure).  If your vulva or vagina is […]

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How do I know if I’m over masturbating? And if I am, are there any symptoms/downsides/negative effects this can have on me?

Updated 5 June 2015 under Ask Us.

You may be masturbating too much if it begins to interfere with your daily routine, school and other activities.  The only downside is that your genital area can become irritated […]

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Is it true that masturbating will mess up my menstrual cycle?

Updated 26 November 2014 under Ask Us.

No. Masturbating has no affect on your menstrual cycle.

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Should your parents know you masturbate?

Updated 20 May 2014 under Ask Us.

Masturbation is common among both guys and girls and a normal part of healthy sexual development, and it should always be done privately. Rubbing your genitals can sometimes be irritating, […]

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Masturbation

Updated 25 October 2023 under Health Guides.

As you approach and enter puberty (a time in which your body and mind will sexually mature), you may notice that you will begin to have sexual desires, new feelings, thoughts, and […]

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What can I do to limit my sexual urges?

Updated 22 January 2014 under Ask Us.

If you think you’re involved in risky sexual behavior because you have strong sexual urges, it might be helpful if you avoided things that trigger your sexual “urges” such as […]

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Does female masturbation cause pimples?

Updated 22 January 2014 under Ask Us.

Definitely Not! Pimples or acne are NOT caused by masturbation. Pimples are caused by clogged pores or follicles that become filled with dead skin cells and oil (called sebum). Changes […]

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Does masturbating too often cause any serious health problems?

Updated 16 January 2014 under Ask Us.

Does masturbating too often cause any serious health problems or long term effects? If it does, then what are the treatments to prevent it? And also how can I stop […]

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Are you still a virgin if you masturbate?

Updated 16 January 2014 under Ask Us.

Yes, you are still a virgin until you have sexual intercourse with a partner. For the record, masturbation is normal and is a natural way to learn about your body […]

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