Center for Young Women's Health
My boyfriend and I started dating about a week ago, and last night while we were on the phone he asked me to make him bigger, then he sent me a bad picture. It really upset me. I am also asexual, and he knew that! What should I do?How you communicate in relationships is important, and can be difficult, especially when they are new. If your boyfriend is sending you pictures or images that make you upset or … read more
Articles Tagged: relationships
MRKH: Talking to Your Partner About MRKH
Most young women with MRKH will at some point find themselves faced with the decision of whether, when, and how to tell a romantic partner about their MRKH. The decision … read more
My best friend had a crush. She was in love. We thought they were going to get married. But she just found out that he’s dating another girl. How can I help my best friend to cope?
It’s so great of you to want to help your friend. Most crushes and relationships during the teen years are a great way to learn about how to have relationships, … read more
Cystic Fibrosis: Talking with Your Partner about CF and Sexual and Reproductive Health
Talking about CF Being able to communicate with your partner is an important part of any relationship. When you have CF, your treatments, airway clearance, and exercise all take up … read more
Cystic Fibrosis: Talking with Your CF Team about Sexual and Reproductive Health
Many people with CF have known their CF team or doctor since they were a baby. This may make it easier for you to talk about your sexual and reproductive … read more
Sexual Consent
Receiving and giving sexual consent is important, respectful, and attractive. Sexual consent can be the seeds of trust and communication in your relationships. Sexual consent means there is a clear … read more
I have been dating a guy for a while but no one knows since he is much older and my parents would be upset if they found out. I have never been to the gynecologist, and I have never had sexual intercourse. I don’t really communicate about this issue, with my boyfriend but lately, I’m feeling pressure from him to have sex. What should I do?
First, you should NEVER, feel pressured to have sex with anyone! You should only have sex when you’re ready and it should always be your choice. Your parents, just like … read more
Jealousy
Jealousy is often a misunderstood emotion. The feeling can creep up on you anywhere—for example when you are hanging out with your friends and you hear them talking about a … read more
My bf and I broke up recently. He has a new girlfriend now but I am still so in love with him. I told him how I felt and he said he still loved me but he wanted to be with his girlfriend and since has been asking me for relationship advice. I feel so heartbroken and disrespected but I don’t know what to do.
Break ups are tough, and feeling upset for a period of time afterwards is normal. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do—other than just giving it time—to help … read more
I have a boyfriend and it’s been 6 months since we have been dating. We haven’t kissed or had sexual contact. Is he gay?
It is possible that your boyfriend may think of you as a friend rather than a girlfriend but there could be other reasons why your boyfriend has not tried to … read more