Masturbation or self-pleasuring, is touching and rubbing parts of your body for sexual pleasure, such as the penis, clitoris, vulva and breasts. It is a way for people to explore their own bodies and find out what feels good, where and how they like to be touched and how to achieve an orgasm. Some people […]
Each year, about 1000 people die trying to strangle themselves while masturbating, this is known as Autoerotic Asphyxiation. When the brain’s supply of oxygen is cut off temporarily (asphyxia), a person experiences a euphoric high seconds before he loses consciousness. There are people addicted to this. These Autoerotic asphyxiators chase this high in order to […]
In clinical settings, sex is often defined as a risk that needs to be counseled against. But in the realm of sexual health, sex is becoming established as part of the human experience. Sexual health is considered a state of emotional, mental, physical, and social well-being that relates to sexuality. Sexual health isn’t just the […]
The definition of sexual dysfunction is the inability to have a satisfactory sexual relationship. This definition depends on each person’s own interpretation on what he judges satisfactory. In general, sexual dysfunction can affect the quality of life and, even more importantly, can be the first symptom of another medical or psychological problem. Sexual health is […]
According to the World Health Organization defines sexual health as a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity. Sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having […]
The Nigerian condom market is filled with several brands, for both males and females. Popular brands are Gold Circle, Durex, Fiesta, Rough-Rider, Flex, Trojan, and Kiss just to mention few. According to a recent report from the Society for Family Health (SFH), Nigerians use an estimated number of 400 million condoms annually. If not properly […]
Emergency contraception can prevent most pregnancies when taken after intercourse. It provides an important backup in cases of unprotected intercourse or contraceptive accident (such as forgotten pills or torn condoms) and is especially valuable after rape or coerced sex. What is Postinor-1? It is used to prevent pregnancy when taken within 72 hours of […]
What is Comprehensive Sexuality Education? Comprehensive sexuality education is a curriculum-based process of teaching and learning about the cognitive, emotional, physical and social aspects of sexuality. It aims to equip children and young people with knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that will empower them to realize their health, well-being and dignity; develop respectful social and […]
Pancreatic cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the pancreas. Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of your pancreas — an organ in your abdomen that lies behind the lower part of your stomach. Your pancreas releases enzymes that aid digestion and produces hormones that help manage your blood sugar. Pancreatic cancer is […]
What is Postinor-2 used for? Postinor-2 is an emergency contraceptive only. Postinor-2 is not intended as a regular method of contraception. It is used to prevent pregnancy when taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. It is estimated that Postinor-2 will prevent 85% of expected pregnancies. 95% of expected pregnancies will be prevented if taken […]
