THE MAT YOUTH CENTRE - Sexual Health & Wellness Blog
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Sexual Health & Wellness Blog. The Mat Youth Centre serves as a safe space for many youth activities and programs.
THE MAT YOUTH CENTRE - Sexual Health & Wellness Blog
5y ago
Let's talk about sex(ting), baby! Specifically, this post will address sexting, or sending nude photos over text and social media like Snapchat. People often sext because they're in a long distance relationship or because they find it fun and exciting - plus, there's no risk of spreading STIs or accidental pregnancy. However, that doesn't mean sexting should be taken lightly. Like any other sexual activity, if you decide to try sexting it's important to know how to do it safely, responsibly, and respectfully. Keep in mind that sexting is NEVER 100% safe - once you send out photos, you can't ge ..read more
THE MAT YOUTH CENTRE - Sexual Health & Wellness Blog
5y ago
There are a lot of misconceptions about the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV. Let's tackle a few. HIV isn't in Lethbridge. Not true! HIV is present in Lethbridge and Southern Alberta, and it's spreading. Only gay men get HIV. This is a huge misconception - anybody can get HIV. It can be spread through unprotected sex, sharing needles, or unsafe tattooing or piercing practices. Bodily fluids like blood and semen can spread the virus. Pregnant mothers can also pass the virus on to their babies. This is one more reason using protection during sex is so important. ARCHES has some info on sa ..read more
THE MAT YOUTH CENTRE - Sexual Health & Wellness Blog
5y ago
It can be hard to tell if you're in a healthy relationship or not. We sometimes romanticize behaviours that are actually abusive and harmful. Fortunately, there are a ton of excellent resources out there if you want to learn about more about what healthy relationships are, and what they aren't. Here's a few. What are the different types of dating abuse? This article walks you through different forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, and digital. It explains what these might look like and also gives you steps to take if you or someone you know is experiencing abuse. Loveisrespect in gen ..read more