Sexual Health in the News

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How Many People Think Flirting With AI Chatbots is Actually Cheating?

A survey from NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, found that 33 percent of U.S. adults consider sexting or having a romantic relationship with an AI bot to be cheating. Justin Lehmiller, of the Kinsey Institute, is quoted.  

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Why Did Choking During Sex become Vanilla?

Sexual choking has become more mainstream among young people, driven by porn and poor sex education. While some find it pleasurable, many experience it non-consensually. Justin Lehmiller, of NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, is quoted. 

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Herpes Simplex Virus 1 vs. Herpes Simplex Virus 2—Understanding the Difference

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is often symptomless and comes in two types—HSV-1, which usually causes oral herpes, and HSV-2, which mainly causes genital herpes. While the virus is lifelong, antivirals can reduce outbreaks and transmission risk. H. Hunter Handsfield, a spokesperson for the American Sexual Health Association, a NCSH member, is quoted.