Sexual trauma can include sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, sexual harassment, sexually abusive relationships, military sexual trauma, and any other experiences that feel like a violation of one's sexual autonomy and safety. Experiencing sexual trauma can, but...
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Modern Intimacy’s 2021 Holiday Gift Guide
Every year the same questions is top of mind for those who celebrate the holidays -- what do I get everyone? Our team got together and complied a list of our favorite gifts ideas for this year's Holiday Gift Guide. Sexual Health + Relationship Wellness Holiday Gift...
5 Reasons We Should All Be Feminists
Feminism is not a dirty word. In today’s zeitgeist it is crucial all individuals, not just women, adopt feminist ideals in order to continue securing gender equity. Shying away from feminism as part of one’s identity perpetuates the plight of the patriarchy. Read on...
Mental Health + Holidays: A Survival Guide
While the holidays may be a time of love, joy and celebration for some, that is certainly not the full story for many folks. Holidays are often portrayed through social media and movies as “the happiest time of the year” where everyone is joyous and seems to be having...
The Harmful Impact of Bi-Erasure and Biphobia
Bisexuality is a type of sexual identity where the person is attracted to two or more gender identities within or outside of the gender binary. Unfortunately, bisexual people constantly face forms of backlash - including biphobia and bi-erasure, which contribute to...
You Are Not Broken – Anorgasmia & Improving Intimacy
Movies, porn, social media, and countless other platforms make it appear as if orgasm with each sexual encounter is simple, quick, and occurs every time. On the contrary, evidence shows that 5 to 10 percent of vulva owners will experience anorgasmia at some point....
The Psychology of the “Pick Me Girl”
A "pick me" girl is chill. She claims she gets along with men way better than women. She mocks other women for liking anything that is mainstream or traditionally feminine. She'll dismiss women’s issues, feminism, and claim women have nothing to gripe about. ...
Catcalling: The Impact of Sexual Harassment on Mental Health
It is a common misconception among people who participate in catcalling that it’s a form of flattery that is harmless and even appreciated by the person they are doing it to. In reality, catcalling can be a horrifying, degrading, and threatening form of street...
Does Hookup Culture Impact Mental Health?
The History of Hookup Culture Hookup culture is a relatively new acceptance and encouragement of casual sexual encounters outside of romantic, committed relationships. The rise of hookup culture can be attributed to many societal shifts, but the somewhat recent waves...