Information for Parents — How to Talk To Your Kids about Sex and Sexuality
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!
Choosing A Hormonal Contraception Option
Many methods of birth control that are available today rely on hormones like those that our bodies make naturally. Hormonal methods come in many different forms—from pills to patches to shots—but all of them essentially work the same way.
Learn about Sexual Health
There are many things that fall under the sexual health umbrella—reproductive health, sexually transmitted infections, relationships, gender expression, and so much more.
ASHA Products
The American Sexual Health Association offers books, booklets, clothing, and other novelty items for individuals, including our signature Askable Parent guide.
Men and Sexual Health: Resources & Rumblings
Snips, Snails and Puppy Dog Tails. That’s what little boys are made of! In this episode of ASHA’s Sex+Health podcast, we ruminate on men and sexual health. Tune in for insights from Dr. Abe Morgentaler and ASHA’s vice president for strategic partnerships Kay Phillips and also learn about the tools and resources we offer for […]
Featured ASHA Ambassador: Irene Treadwell
We are so very pleased to shine a spotlight on Irene Treadwell as our featured ASHA ambassador! An Ambassador since March 2017, Irene joined our ranks after finding out a colleague from Black Nurses Rock had become an ambassador. Black Nurses Rock is the nation’s largest minority nursing organization and sharing community with a huge […]
Men’s Sexual Health: Beyond the Carnal Tango
Men’s Sexual Health:A Conversation with Abraham Morgentaler, MD There are many misconceptions around men, sex, sexuality, and just what men want from relationships. Guys are seen as always turned on, selfish in the bedroom, and not all that interested in their partner once the carnal tango ends. Is that fair? To find out we chatted […]
Spotlight on Women’s Health
Each year in May we shine a spotlight on the unique health needs of girls and women. New policies and programs make quality healthcare accessible for millions and we want to make sure you take advantage of all that’s available. You deserve to be well cared for in mind and body! The resources on this […]
What I Didn’t Know
Throughout the month of September, we will be posting a series of essays on sexual health topics in recognition of World Sexual Health Day. This personal essay comes from Lynn Barclay, the president and CEO of the American Sexual Health Association. As a product of a Catholic school in the 1970s, I arrived at college […]
Honest Sex Education: Charting the Course to a Sexually Healthy Nation
Throughout the month of September, we will be posting a series of essays on sexual health topics in recognition of World Sexual Health Day. This essay on the sex education comes from Debra Hauser, MPH, President of Advocates for Youth and current vice chair of ASHA’s board of directors. It is featured in Creating a […]