What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
World AIDS Day Ever wondered why you see red ribbons everywhere in early December? Well, it’s because of World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day takes place on the 1st of December each year and is all about showing support for people living with HIV, raising awareness about HIV prevention, testing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
World AIDS Day Ever wondered why you see red ribbons everywhere in early December? Well, it’s because of World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day takes place on the 1st of December each year and is all about showing support for people living with HIV, raising awareness about HIV prevention, testing […]
What is contraception? Contraception, also sometimes referred to as ‘birth control’, is something people can use when they want to have sex that can result in pregnancy, but do not want to become pregnant or have a baby. Understanding contraception and figuring out the best contraceptive method for you is […]
Nothing! Some people are attracted to boys, some to girls, and some to both and/or other genders. But some people just don’t feel sexual attraction, and that’s fine! We call ourselves asexuals.
Asexual or not, the important question is whether you want to have sex; you’re also very much allowed to change your mind.
Go for it! Some asexuals have romantic attractions, which leads to wanting romantic activities, like holding hands, going on dates and possibly long term companionship. Not all relationships have to be sexual!
Some of us are romantically attracted to boys, some to girls, or to other genders, or maybe to all genders. It’s all good! You can identify as heteroromantic, homoromantic, biromantic, panromantic… the whole deal.
That’s cool too. Some people don’t feel attracted in a romantic way to others, and they sometimes call themselves aromantic. You can be perfectly happy without a sexual or romantic partner.
Yes, yes and yes! Some asexuals have sex, despite not experiencing sexual attraction. Some have sex for their partners, some have sex to have children, some because they want to see what it’s like. Some masturbate to ease libido or relax.
If you’re thinking that asexual might describe you, why not come on over and visit the Asexuality Visibility and Education Network (asexuality.org)? There’s an FAQ, and even a forum to chat with other asexuals and allies. We’re here for you, and anyone, asexual or not, is welcome!
Author: Justine Munich, Asexuality Visibility and Education Network.
It’s a question that everybody asks themselves from time to time. Truth is there are so many types of normal that two people can be completely different, but still be normal. Whether you’re talking about sexuality, desires, or genital shape and size, being normal is all about being comfortable with […]
Have you just started our ‘Have I got an STI?’ quiz but you’re not sure if the questions apply to you? That’s because sex isn’t quite as simple as it sounds – in fact, sex can mean lots of things to lots of different people. Hopefully, you’ll find the answer […]