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ASHA remains an independent, unbiased source of information on sexual health. We are guided by science, not ideology. READ MORE.

How to Talk To Your Kids about Sex and Sexuality

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Does your child feel it’s okay to talk with you about sex and sexual health? If not, have you thought about who will answer your child’s questions? Only you can tell your child that it’s okay to ask you questions. You want to become askable!

Learn about Sexual and Reproductive Anatomy

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Sexual anatomy typically refers to the both the external sexual organs, like the vulva and penis, and the internal organs involved in reproduction, like the uterus and seminal vesicle. Learn about this part of the body and how it works.

Sex and Gender — What’s the Difference?

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The words sex and gender are sometimes used interchangeably, but they actually mean different things. Sex and gender may seem complicated, but it’s all pretty simple. Neither biological sex nor gender breaks down to just male/female.

Sexual Health Care

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Taking care of your sexual health means knowing your body, understanding how it works, and being able to recognize when something isn’t quite right. It also means preventive care that can help you find problems early and prevent serious illness.

What Is Sexual Health?

What is sexual health

Sexual health is the ability to embrace and enjoy our sexuality throughout our lives. It is an important part of our physical and emotional health. Learn more about what being sexually healthy means.