Blog — Sex

Three common STDs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—are surging across the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Young people are especially hard-hit. In fact, because reported cases only account for a fraction of the national burden, CDC estimates 15-24-year olds account for half of all new sexually transmitted infections each year. Texas is no exception. In 2018 alone, there were 93,136 reported cases of chlamydia, 23,403 reported cases of gonorrhea, and 2,976 reported cases of syphilis among this same age group. “The consequences of STDs are especially severe for young people,” said Gail Bolan, M.D., director of CDC’s Division of STD Prevention. “Because chlamydia and gonorrhea...

Why you should talk to your kids about sex early and often Talking to your kids about sex is not easy, but it is very important. As a parent you are the most important influence on a child’s or teen’s life decisions. That includes sex and relationships. You are more important than siblings, their friends, or media. Your help and guidance can help them make smart, healthy choices as they grow up. Being transparent and open about talking about sex will also help you open up conversations with your kids about other difficult subjects so that in the future they...

What do the words “sex” and “sexuality” mean to you? What do the two have in common and what is the difference between the two? How are they related? When you talk about “sex”, what are you referring to? What besides it would you consider to be a part of sexuality?   Sex and sexuality are concepts and ideas that are broader than what happens with our genitals during “sexual activities”. They are central to what makes us “us”, they are at the core of our identity and shape many aspects of our daily interactions with others and their (and...