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Finally
IFSHA presents an interactive space on SEXUALITY-
B(log)
on to www.isitaboutsexblog.com
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Sex
and sexuality
are not the same thing. ‘Sex’ refers to specific acts that
we engage in with another person, or ourselves for sexual
pleasure, or to reproduce and create a child. Sex is just
one part of sexuality. Sexuality is a composite personal identity
of our views and attitudes, needs, concept of love and relationships,
fears, desires, pleasure, sexual orientation, fantasies, body
image, sexual abuse etc. Everyone has a unique sexuality that
develops from the time we are born and is influenced by every
event in our lives. So: |
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Sexuality
is a natural and healthy part of our lives. Like other
things, it is important and its alright to be curious
about one’s sexuality.
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All people are sexual. However everyone has their
own ways of being or feeling sexual including our parents
and even grandparents!
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All
of us have the right to make responsible sexual choices.
At the same time we must consider that these choices do
not impact negatively on other people’s happiness. In
fact it is all right to wait until you are an adult before
you are ready to be in a sexual relationship. We must
take full responsibility for our choices and decisions
and for that it is important that we understand ourselves.
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Premature
involvement in sexual behaviour can be risky. It is
perfectly natural for adolescents to experiment but their
sexual decisions must be well informed of effects and
consequences.
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Each
person is capable of experiencing sexual pleasure and all
of us do it in different ways. It is important that we express
ourselves sexually without hesitation and discomfort in order
to gain maximum pleasure. Though there is no prescribed age
for sex, there are a number of factors which need to be taken
into consideration. These include, physical, mental and emotional
maturity. You should also have the right information about
sex and related matters, such as, protection.
This will make sure that you and your partner keep safe. Some
people might choose not to be sexually involved at various
times in their life. Others might want to explore with their
partners. If you have any doubts, or you think you’ll regret
it, then wait. |
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For
the first time sex may not be as wonderful as it is made
out to be. Most boys and girls may also be nervous and uncertain
about how to perform and what to expect. Putting pressure
on someone to have sex could ruin what might have been a beautiful
relationship. There are many ways of being sexual with another
person. |
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Sex
is not just penetration of the penis into the vagina. It could
be as diverse as your imagination. The sexual relationship
between and among men & women is not in the absence of emotional
aspects. Hence, each partner should be aware of the feelings
of the other partner and should develop a caring, respectful
and responsible behaviour. One can also give and receive pleasure
without sexual intercourse or genital sex. Kissing, cuddling,
massaging each other, are all-powerful and passionate ways
to express how we feel. |
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Penile-vaginal
sex:
is when an erect (sexually aroused) penis penetrates (enters)
the vaginal opening of a woman. This is the most common
form of heterosexual sex and is essential for reproduction.
It can be painful if there is no wetness or lubrication
of the vagina, therefore foreplay is essential in heterosexual
sex. Orgasm
/ Climax is the greatest peak of sexual pleasure that
partners may experience at different points in time. When
a man has an orgasm semen is ejaculated (released) from
his penis. A woman has an orgasm through stimulation of
the clitoris. To prevent oneself from disease and unwanted
pregnancy the use of a condom
is advisable.
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Anal
sex: is when an erect penis of the male enters the
anus of the partner. For some men, the tightness of the
anal passage gives the penis extra stimulation. This can
be very painful and uncomfortable for the passive partner,
since there is no natural lubrication in the anus as there
is in vagina. Due to this there could be rupturing of
the anal walls leading to exchange of semen and blood
between two partners; therefore, this is a highly risky
form of sexual intercourse if no protection is used. There
are different types of lubricants available in the market
that can be used. Ex: KY Jelly. This is also one of the
ways in which 2 male partners can have sex.
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Oral Sex ("giving head"; "going down on"): Oral sex
is exploring the sex organs of the partner, using the
mouth. Partners may take turns to stimulate each other.
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Cunnilingus (pronounced: Kun-I-ling-us) is kissing,
licking, and sucking the vagina including the clitoris
and/or the labia.
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Fellatio (pronounced: fell-ah-shi-oh) or "blow-job":
is kissing, licking and sucking the head and/or the shaft
of the penis.
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Masturbation:
stimulation of one's own genitals and /or the body other
than by intercourse - usually with the hand. It is a way
of becoming sexually aroused by touching the sensitive
parts of the body. Masturbation is a perfectly natural
activity and one that is practised by men and women everywhere.
Men masturbate by rubbing their penis while women masturbate
by rubbing their clitoris and vagina with the hand. One
must be careful not to use sharp and unhygienic objects.
Mutual masturbation is when two partners masturbate each
other or themselves during a sexual experience. If you
believe that masturbation is unsafe or could lead to blindness
or physical weakness, you need to be free of these myths
and misconceptions.
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