Relationships and psychology

We go through recent work on sexual health: clinical guidance, reviews and studies from international sources. Every article is written by our editors based on the original, with a link to the primary source.

“If I Stay a Girl, I'll Regret It for Life”: What to Do When You Doubt Your Gender

Zeno is 19, and he doubts whether he's a boy or a girl. Fear of misunderstanding and career is holding him back from self-acceptance. Let's explore how to take the first step without ruining your life.
Who Actually Spends More Time on Dating Apps: Men or Women?

New research shows men are more active in seeking adventures on dating apps. But are women safer? Let's break down the numbers and surprises.
Is Your Friend Making You an 'Exotic'? How to Know It's Time to Set Boundaries

Feeling like a 'token friend'? We break down when friendship becomes toxic and how to have an honest conversation about it.
Porn and Teen Sex: What a Large Study Showed

Irish scientists surveyed five thousand teenagers and found how porn is linked to risky sex. The numbers are surprising — and even parents can influence this.
When Sex Hurts: What Happens to a Couple and How to Save the Relationship

A study of nine couples showed that pain during sex is not a verdict for intimacy. It all depends on how partners talk about it.
Age Verification for Porn: What Young People Think and Why It's Not So Simple

Young people generally support age verification on porn sites, but oppose all its methods. Why? Read on — it's intriguing.
Was your birth traumatic? How it affects your sex and relationships

Traumatic childbirth can ruin sex not only for the mother but also for the partner. Find out why this happens and what you can do.
Told About Violence and Felt Worse? Why It Happens and What to Do

Shared with loved ones but didn't feel supported? We explain why good reactions sometimes don't comfort, and how to cope.
Building Relationships from Scratch: Why the "Furnished House" Template Doesn't Work

Think relationships should be like in the movies? What if you approached them like an empty plot of land that can be built on as you please? Let's explore how to build any relationship consciously and without templates.
After Violence: How to Reconnect with Your Body and Enjoy Pleasure Again

If you have experienced sexual violence and now struggle with intimacy, learn how to regain control over your body, cope with fears, and rediscover pleasure.
Who to Tell About Abuse? The First Step That Changes Everything

How to choose someone you can trust with your deepest secret, and what to say to be heard?
I Told Someone About Abuse and Got a Dismissive Response. How Should I React?

Learn how to respond when loved ones don't believe you, make excuses for the abuser, or suggest 'just talk to them.' Psychologists' advice and simple phrases to protect yourself.