Research shows the inability to reach an orgasm is the second most common sexual problem in women. Scientists refer to this disability as Female Orgasmic Disorder (FOD) and they strongly correlate it with lots of distress, that comes as a … Read more
10 coping strategies that men have that don’t involve talking
Research suggests that men prefer problem-focused methods of handling stressful experiences (Endler & Parker, 1990; Matud, 2004). What this translates to, is that men handle difficult situations in ways which may not necessarily include any direct reflections of their own … Read more
Rape is not about sex
There are many misconceptions regarding rape, many of them pertaining to a sexist mentality. Although there are some women who have adopted a faulty perception of rape, a misleading image of it has been reinforced mainly by men along the … Read more
My husband just told me that he’s bisexual – Part 2 – How can you tackle this?
In Part 1 of my blog I spoke a bit about the process of coming out as bisexual, throughout this part of the blog I will be focusing on how one can deal with this transition. There are diverse ways … Read more
My husband just told me that he’s bisexual – Part 1 – Understanding the process
Coming out as LGBTIQ is a multidimensional and complex process. Coming out is already a difficult process after having undergone internal processes of identifying as non-heterosexual. Coming out when married makes this process even more complex, both for the person … Read more
Coming out as Intersex
Ideas about gender – how it is defined, which qualities and characteristics are assigned to it, social connotations and expectations, future aspirations and considerations about intimate relationships – are all reflective of the particular culture that one is living in. … Read more
4 Steps to Come Out to Your Parents – Part 2 of 2
Coming out to your parents may be the first step that you’d like to take before letting others know, whilst for others it may be the last step, after telling other relatives, friends and colleagues. Whichever you choose to do, … Read more
4 Steps to Come Out to Your Parents – Part 1 of 2
Coming out as queer (which is an umbrella term used for people of sexual and gender minorities who are not cisgender and/or heterosexual) can feel very daunting. For most people, coming out to their parents may be the most important, … Read more
I’m trans and a drag queen
In 2013, Monica Beverly Hillz made headlines by being the first transgender female who came out in the hit reality show RuPaul’s drag race, a show showcasing drag queens to audiences across the globe. Sometime later, during an interview, RuPaul … Read more
My daughter feels like she’s my son
One of the most important and difficult tasks that parents face is how to best support their children while also setting the kind of boundaries and structure that helps them grow up to become responsible and successful adults. Sure, children … Read more