The Truth About Masturbation

Say it with me, “Masturbation!” Yes! Most people do it — yet so many people worry about doing it! That's because there’s a lot of myths out there that masturbation is dirty, dangerous, or something to be embarrassed about doing. But the truth is:

Masturbation is safe and healthy.
People of all ages do it.
Guys do it, and girls do it too.
Single people and people in relationships do it.
Some people do it a few times a day, and some do it a few times a year.

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This Week is National LGBTQ Youth Awareness Week

Posted May 27, 2009 - 9:44am by Jason Lim

The five-day Awareness Week is designed to focus on some of the major issues faced by today's LGBTQ youth, empower them to continue their involvement in solution-making, and to recognize the many allies and programs that are working to support LGBTQ youth due to discrimination. As part of the Awareness Week, there will be activities and programs aimed at raising awareness about youth issues within the broader LGBTQ movement...

Support President Obama's Vision for Sexual Health in America by Taking Action

Posted May 21, 2009 - 4:11pm by Jason Lim

"President Obama recently released the first budget of his presidency – which included some tremendously exciting news! The proposed FY10 federal budget eliminates all funding for abstinence-only-until-marriage programs."

You can make a difference by sending in an email (or printed letter if you prefer) to your senators or house representatives. The letter is already written so all you need to do is fill in some personal info and hit send! It's that simple!

Sex and Asian American Families

Posted May 14, 2009 - 6:00am by Jason Lim

The stigma of sex in many cultures can make talking to parents about sex a very uncomfortable task and in some families, nearly impossible. This blog post discusses a young Asian girl's experience with a near pregnancy, the anxiety she felt around telling her parents, and her thoughts years later as an adult on why she felt the way she did.

Seventeen Magazine Discusses Teen Pregnancy

Posted May 11, 2009 - 6:00am by Jason Lim

Go out and grab the June issue of Seventeen for a thought-provoking piece about teen pregnancy titled “The Secret Life of Pregnant Teenagers”. The article is an honest look at some of the difficult roads ahead for pregnant teens and brings the issue to teens in a straight-forward manner. Teens are interviewed and asked what it’s like to be pregnant, to make an adoption plan, etc.

Today is National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy

Posted May 6, 2009 - 2:43pm by Jason Lim

Today is the National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. The purpose of the National Day is to focus the attention of teens on the importance of avoiding too-early pregnancy and parenthood.

"As we commemorate National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, let us recommit ourselves to raising awareness about the importance of this critical issue, promoting parent-child communication, and investing in programs that have been proven to prevent teen pregnancy. I wish you the best.” - President Barack Obama

Would You Like an STD?

Posted May 4, 2009 - 2:00am by Jason Lim

Watch this funny vid from Trojan about a guy who attempts to give others STDs.

AIDS.gov blog

Posted April 30, 2009 - 2:49am by Jason Lim

Since the launch of AIDS.gov on December 1, 2006 (World AIDS Day), there has been a growing interest in finding ways to use new media to disseminate information about HIV/AIDS and improve prevention, testing, treatment, and research outcomes. AIDS.gov created a blog to address that interest. The AIDS.gov blog focuses on using new media in response to HIV and AIDS and frequently addresses Federal HIV/AIDS issues and policies.

Stats on Sexting

Posted April 27, 2009 - 5:00am by Jason Lim

News of teens sexting has dominated the Internet recently. Here are some stats on sexting from the National Campaign Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy. According to the survey, 20% of teens have taken a nude pic or vid of themselves and sent it via text message. You can also watch a video about sexting.

National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy May 6, 2009

Posted April 23, 2009 - 1:14pm by Jason Lim

The 8th annual national day to prevent teen pregnancy will be held on May 6th 2009 this year. The purpose of the National Day is to focus the attention of teens on the importance of avoiding teen pregnancy and other serious consequences of sex. On the National Day, teens nationwide will be asked to take short, online quiz that asks them to reflect on the best course of action in a number of tough sexual situations.

Welcome Julian Gutierrez! New Teensource.org Teen Blogger!

Posted April 20, 2009 - 9:38am by Julian Gutierrez

Julian Gutierrez is a 17 year old teen who is currently the president of Americans for a Society Free from Age Restrictions (ASFAR), the oldest youth rights organization in the country, dedicated to promoting civil rights and liberties based on ability rather than age.

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