Hi CasWasHere,

You are right, that is what you are supposed to do. I think starting with the school nurse is a good idea- if they believe you, you may be able to ask them to speak to your guardian. Keep advocating for yourself until someone takes you seriously and gives you the help you need.

Hi there, Anomalocaris

Don't worry, I don't think there was anything wrong here. Temporary numbness can sometimes happen as a result of pressure and stimulation, and usually goes away on its own.

Hi Anomalocaris, welcome to the boards! One option is to be honest. You don't have anything to be ashamed of, because it is okay for you to have a sex toy. It might be a bit awkward, but since your mother is cool with sexuality, there shouldn't be any negative consequences. Even though she doesn't k...

Hi there, Axolotlperson- welcome to the boards! I'm sorry this is causing you to feel so much fear! Let me assure you of something: I don't think that you are bad or gross for having a pee kink. There are judgmental people in the world- people who are not educated about topics like kink. You do not ...

Hi Liore, Since he said that you can still send each other memes and that you can call and text him, it sounds possible that he could accept a small gift like a keychain. Of course, you don't have to decide this right now. You could get through your meeting, give yourself some more time, and then de...

Hi there, Anonym05 I think semen can be described as jelly-like in texture- I've heard it compared to the texture of egg whites. I couldn't say how likely or common sensory issues are, but they do happen, in response to both semen and vaginal fluid. If someone has a strong sense of aversion to these...

Hi Skybushh, I hear that this relationship means a lot to you, and that you really want to be a supportive partner and take responsibility for creating positive changes in your life. But you can take responsibility while also being kind to yourself and accepting support from other people. I want to ...

Hi there, AlwaysLearning!

Washing with water should dilute semen. As Sofi said, you don't need to worry, since this situation is still low risk.

Hi Skybushh, You know, I think this is something that you could speak to your partner about. You could tell her about how you're feeling, and brainstorm ways to show more affection and spend quality time together. Discussing this doesn't mean you don't appreciate your partner or that you want to cha...

Hi there, Nat! I wonder, how are you measuring 'quickly' here? Who are you comparing yourself to? Of course, there are things you can do if you want to masturbate for longer before you orgasm, but if you are happy with the pleasure you're feeling, you may not need to address this. All bodies are dif...

Hi Notshure21, welcome to Scarleteen! It sounds like you've noticed some changes in your husband's behavior recently- he is moving on to the next activity right after you have sex, is spending less time with you, and seems to be showing less initiative with intimacy. This has caused you to worry tha...

Hi AQ! I haven't experienced this myself, so I hope other staff or readers on the boards will contribute. I do have some thoughts, though. I don't think it is a bad idea to tell your friends how much you value them and enjoy their company. If you don't usually talk about things like depression, you ...

Hi there, Maroonteen I'm sorry you're struggling with this- wrestling with the possibility that you might have experienced sexual abuse must be so frustrating and confusing, especially since you've long experienced disassociation. I think we should acknowledge that you may not be able to find the pr...

Hi Luciefer,

I think that still leaves a chance for fluid exchange. How do you feel about Sam's suggestion? Do you think you can contact this girl to ask her about her HIV status?

Hi Anonnymous20

If fear from this incident keeps you from visiting the doctor when it could help you, it is no small matter. You don't have to tell us anything about this incident, but if you do, maybe we could offer some advice or validation.

Hi Anonnymous20! I think a scratch could cause both the blood you noticed and some burning or itching as it heals. If the burning isn't very uncomfortable, I think you can give it a few days to see if the sensation goes away on its own. If I may ask, why don't you want to see a healthcare profession...

Hi there, PomPom You don't need to be in complete crisis to deserve support. It doesn't have to be TOO BAD. You are not overthinking this- you should not have to feel this unmotivated, tired, overwhelmed, or hopeless about the future. It is clear that you're struggling right now, so you deserve supp...

Hi Bowler, I'm sorry you've been struggling with this! A higher libido is a somewhat common side effect of taking testosterone HRT. I can't say if this will happen for you, but it is possible. But as Mo suggested in this thread , the effect of HRT effect on your feelings may be short-lived: your bod...

Hi Coolrainbow111, That is a very common experience- it can be really intimidating to speak to doctors, to ask questions or request a different kind of care. Understandably, your mind blanked. Practice and experience will make it easier for you to advocate for yourself. Try to remember that while do...

Hi AQ!

I have asked about this on the teams' Slack- someone should get back to you with an answer.

Hi there, AQ! It sounds like you have a great connection with this person! Here are some questions you can ask yourself: what kind of relationship do you envision yourself having with her? Would this relationship be sexual? How important is it to you that you feel visually attracted to your partner?...

Hi Suomi! We certainly don't hate you, and I don't think anyone who understands the nature of kink and fantasies would hate you. I'm sorry you feel like you are bottling this up, and that it makes you feel so awful. Maybe reframing how you think about this will make you feel better. You're not keepi...

Hi Coolrainbow111, I'm sorry you didn't feel reassured by your visit with the gynecologist! The first few months of taking a new medication like birth control can be a period of adjustment where you might experience some negative side effects. But there are definitely things you can do if that happe...

Hi Kittylemon0- welcome to the boards! Don't worry about rambling, it is okay. To start, I hope you know that you don't have to feel ashamed for having fantasies with violent elements. Plenty of people have them and while they exist in your mind, these fantasies can't actually hurt anyone. But I und...

Hi archanana! Your description doesn't seem unusual to me. Having a retroverted uterus can sometimes cause pain during sex in certain positions, but it shouldn't prevent you from having sex altogether. It is good that you're using lube- remember that it cannot hurt to use more of it. Cuddling is a g...