Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women in India. When detected early, it is the most successfully treated cancer. With some precautions, it is also highly preventable. Here is your comprehensive overview of Cervical Cancer! The post A Service to Your Cervix: An Overview of Cervical Cancer appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

Intimacy has always been closely linked to human emotions – love, lust, desire, loneliness, shame, guilt, fear – the list is endless. On a quest to explore the deeper implications of intimacy within the modern context, we have curated a list of books that attempt to do the same, featuring an Editor’s Pick. Read on! The post Best Sex Ed Books for Your Reading List This Season appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

Right after an orgasm, sometimes you ask yourself: What am I doing here? What did I just do? Why am I wasting my time? Post-nut clarity is a real and natural phenomenon. Here we answer some frequently asked questions about the feeling! The post Is Post-Nut Clarity A Thing? appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

Sexual shame can be debilitating in all kinds of ways: physically, emotionally and mentally. This article aims to talk about the symptoms, causes and solutions to deal with shame around sexual intimacy. Here’s how to reclaim your sexuality minus the stigma. The post Sexual Shame: Two sides of the same coin and here’s how to deal with it appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

Being vocal about sexual desires, especially for women, has always been a challenge, but the situation is changing gradually — there has been an ongoing dialogue on sexual well-being, however, the amalgamation of tech with pleasure has been a game-changer. The post Sex and Tech: The Real Power Couple appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

We’re always left wondering if we’re perfect. Penis size, shape, colour, among other characteristics is a matter of concern. Let’s find out what a “perfect penis” is! The post What Does A Perfect Penis Look Like? appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

The rigid image of how genitals should look has created a sense of shame around it that the individuals are subjected to. This hampers their self-esteem and acceptance around their genitals. The article delves into how genital shame manifests in our lives and how it can be dealt with. Because diversity should be accepted rather than praise of the ideal. The post Redefining Beauty: Embracing Diversity In Genital Appearance appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

With increasing age, older individuals tend to seek affection through their intimate lives. However, as the graph of intimate life shakes, an observation can be made about the rise of STI cases in older people. The article engages with the reasons behind this rise. It also offers possible preventive measures for the same. The post All about STI in the Elderly appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

STIs are usually understood in the context of the physical body while completely negating the role of mental well-being, even though there has been numerous research which has been conducted to report the interconnection between mental health and the probability of contracting STIs, the research is yet to make a breakthrough with the common sphere of conversation. The post How can acquiring an STI impact your mental health? appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more

As teenagers and young adults, the realm of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) might seem daunting, but becomes important to address, encompassing a range of infections transmitted through sexual contact. The catch? Some of these infections might lurk in your system without showing any symptoms, making regular testing crucial. The post Young Adults and STI: A concern, not a taboo appeared first on Pratisandhi ..read more