Center for Young Women's Health
Is it normal to have sexual attractions towards other girls? (I’m a girl)Yes. It is perfectly “normal” for girls to have sexual feelings towards other girls. Sexual attraction, which is part of “sexual orientation,” refers to the gender of a person who … read more
Articles Tagged: sexual orientation
Lesbian Health
A lesbian is a woman who is sexually attracted to other women and prefers to have a woman as her intimate partner. The word “lesbian” is a term that some … read more
I like to feel my breasts (just mine). Am I gay or bi-curious for that?
Touching your own breasts is normal. This doesn’t mean you’re gay or bi-curious. Many girls/women enjoy the feeling while massaging their breasts and nipples, for example, while washing up, or … read more
What does bi-curious mean?
Bi-curious isn’t necessarily a term that you’ll find in a dictionary, but it’s a word that some people use to describe an attraction – “being inquisitive or curious about same … read more
I’m scared about coming out. What can I do?
I am attracted to girls, and I think I’m a lesbian, but I’m scared about coming out in case people judge me. Having questions about your sexuality is perfectly normal. … read more
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity: General Information
What is sexual orientation? Sexual orientation refers to sexual and romantic feelings for people of the same gender, a different gender, or more than one gender. People who identify their … read more
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity: Mental Health and Resources
Adolescence can be an exciting but also a challenging time, since it is a period when bodies change, schoolwork is more difficult, and friends and families might not understand your … read more