Sexual Health and Behavior News

Drug users generally have an increased risk of becoming infected with a sexually transmitted disease (STD), because an altered state of mind sometimes leads to bad decision-making.

Researchers at the University of British Columbia recently conducted a study which suggests that boys who are the victims of sexual abuse may be five times more likely to be involved in teen pregnancy when compared to their counterparts who had not experienced such traumatic events.

Researchers at Boston University School of Public Health recently conducted a study in which they determined that individuals who receive emotional support from their parents upon coming out with the news that they are gay or bisexual have fewer health problems later in life.

Springtime is here, and that means high school and college students are gearing up for a summer full of fun and relaxation.

Some people don't like discussing sexual health of the elderly. However, skirting the issue may be a factor that has lead to the current rising rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among the 65-and-older age group.

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health recently released the results of an analysis on the efficacy of a female condom educational program in Washington D.C.

A team of scientists from the University of Chicago conducted a survey to determine whether obstetricians and gynecologists (OB/GYNs) are performing thorough examinations on their patients.

Kids will be kids and, in these modern times, that unfortunately means sending the occasional sexually charged text message to a friend or romantic partner.

The United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) recently updated its recommendations for cervical cancer screening among women aged 21 to 65.

The debate of whether pornography actors should use condoms during production flared up in Aug. 2011 when an actor was falsely diagnosed with HIV.

College students are notorious for experimentation, which, unfortunately, sometimes means inconsistent condom use.

Research shows that proper use of a condom can significantly reduce a person's chances of becoming infected with a sexually transmitted disease (STD).

Researchers at Oregon State University (OSU) recently conducted a study which revealed that 18- to 25-year old Latino men and women living in rural areas don't always make the soundest choices when it comes to protecting themselves against unplanned pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Yale University held its annual Sex Week from Feb. 4 through 14, and students were given information on sexual health, behavior and preventing sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

The Colorado Initiative to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) recently announced the launch of a campaign called Beforeplay, which is meant to educate individuals about safer sex and preventing pregnancy.

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing recently released a study which suggests that women who are middle aged and divorced may need to be more careful when it comes to sexual behavior.

Many individuals turn to websites these days when they find themselves longing for a romantic partner.

According to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of Americans cope with the problem of domestic violence and sexual assault every day.

When thinking about habits that are good for the cardiovascular system, exercise, healthy eating and avoidance of tobacco often come to mind.

Studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease – especially those with pacemakers – experience a decrease in their quality of life due to fears over sexual activity.