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Relationships

Fantasy Worlds: Why Teens Crave Escapes from Reality

Imagine a world where the struggles of daily life vanish in an instant, replaced by thrilling adventures, magical realms, and impossible quests. For many teenagers today, this is not just a dream—it’s a preferred reality. As the 2024 Teens & Screens report reveals, an overwhelming 36.2% of adolescents, ages 10-24, want to see more content […]

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Health

How Abortion Funds Provide More Than Financial Support

Access to reproductive healthcare, especially abortion, is more than a hot-button political issue—it’s an everyday challenge for countless people. And while we often focus on the financial burdens, the real story is about the unsung heroes who help women navigate a fragmented, confusing system to get the care they need. In Texas, where restrictive abortion […]

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Research

Empowering Sexual Health Research in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Imagine trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. That’s what many researchers in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) face when addressing sexual and reproductive health (SRH) issues in their communities. While SRH is a critical component of public health, especially in regions where resources are stretched thin, the capacity to conduct research that reflects […]

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Illness

Why Do Medical Students Avoid STI Tests? The Surprising Barriers

Imagine this: You’re training to become a doctor, someone who will one day advise others on their health. You’re taught about the risks of infections, the importance of prevention, and the necessity of routine screenings. And yet, when it comes to your own health, you hesitate to undergo the very tests you’ll recommend to others. […]

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Trauma

How Sexual Harassment Affects Mental Health

Imagine waking up every day knowing you might face an unwanted comment, inappropriate touch, or worse. For too many, this is a daily reality, and the toll it takes on mental health is profound. Sexual harassment and violence (SHV) aren’t just isolated incidents—they’re part of a continuum of harmful experiences that affect millions worldwide, and […]

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Pain

Chronic Pain Doesn’t Mean the End of a Fulfilling Sex Life

Chronic Pain and Sexual Well-being: A Complicated Relationship Imagine dealing with chronic pain every day and still trying to maintain a satisfying relationship with your partner. For many, chronic pain feels like a constant, unwelcome third wheel in their relationship. However, new research offers a silver lining. Despite the obvious challenges, people living with chronic […]

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Uncategorized

Understanding Global Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR): A Snapshot

Sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are essential for the well-being of individuals and communities. To fully realize SRHR, we need comprehensive, people-centered services that address all aspects of sexual and reproductive health. This includes quality health systems, a supportive environment, and active community engagement. By reviewing national SRHR data, we can identify successes, […]

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Pregnancy

Understanding Miscarriage Through Personal Narratives

Miscarriage is a word that carries immense weight, often loaded with silence and unspoken sorrow. For many, it remains an invisible loss, one that doesn’t easily fit into society’s narrative of grief. But as researchers delve into how individuals process and make sense of miscarriage, an important truth emerges: the way we talk about—and don’t […]

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