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I’m Black. I Have Endometriosis — and Here’s Why My Race Matters
Wondering “Why do you have to make it about race?” Our experiences with endo aren't all the same.
5 Ways Jordan Peele’s ‘Us’ Accurately Portrays How Trauma Works
Jordan Peele's latest film "Us" gives some guidelines on how to talk about PTSD, trauma, and trauma's lasting impact.
In the Wake of R. Kelly, #SurvivingLoudly Is About Taking Back Control
After "Surviving R. Kelly" aired, one brave teenager started a new rallying cry to stand up for survivors.
They almost lost hope in foster care, but these teens found their happy ending instead.
“Every child needs at least one person who is crazy about them.”
How Endometriosis Taught Me to Stand Up for My Needs
For years, doctors ignored my pain. Enough was enough.
What Does It Mean to Be Bi or Bisexual? 17 Things to Know About Sex, Attraction, and More
A definitive, gender-inclusive, sex-positive overview of what it means to be bisexual.
Why Do Men Have Nipples? And 8 Other Questions, Answered
There's more to male nipples than you might think.
For kids with PTSD, healing is happening in an unexpected place — a football field.
This group therapy is no ordinary mental health program — it involves sprinting, catching footballs, and learning to run defense.
It’s Time #BodyPositivity Got an Intervention
If you've ever felt like body positivity wasn't for you, here's why. Wear Your Voice magazine brings body positivity back to its roots with #BodyPositivityinColor.
4 Things I’m Not Saying When I Say “Rape Culture”
“The Middle East is where the real rape culture is!” If you don’t believe in rape culture, you’re probably misinterpreting what it is – so here’s the truth you need to know.
3 Ways to Keep Yourself Safe When You’re Not Ready to Leave Your Abusive Partner
When she was being abused, she only found advice on how to leave an abusive partner. But if you’re not ready to leave, here are some tips on how to care for yourself in these difficult times.
Want to Try Polyamory? Read This First
What does polyamorous mean? 40 things to know about sex, dating, marriage, and more.
What White People Will Tell Me About Charlottesville
It happens every time I write about racist incidents. What does that say?
A bad shelter experience inspired this woman to help bring dogs and people together.
Getting dogs adopted out was more difficult than she expected.
This woman’s story shows how one organ donor could change the lives of a whole family.
If she can inspire even one person to register as a donor, it could save up to eight lives.