LGBTQ people face dating challenges beyond that of their straight and cisgender counterparts. Mostly.
Author: David Oliver, USA TODAY
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Just because a teen is hesitant to talk about sex isn’t a reason to give up on the conversation. Not talking is especially dangerous for LGBTQ youth.
‘Being transgender is not a medical condition’: The meaning of trans broken arm syndrome
Transgender people require equitable health care just like anyone else. Experts advise using all the tools in their arsenal to fight discrimination.
‘I live a beautiful life’: What wheelchair users wish you knew – and what to stop asking
Just because you can see someone’s disability, like those in wheelchairs, doesn’t give you the right to assume or inquire anything about them.
Lizzo defended Demi Lovato’s new they/them pronouns. Why you should respect pronouns too
Advocates emphasize the importance of correct pronoun usage to affirm identity – and note that misgendering could have violent, deadly consequences.
So you’re a picky eater. How to conquer food fears – and when to get help from a disorder
Everything from repeated exposure to foods and consulting with a medical professional can help address problems with picky eating.
Are you ambivalent about celebrating July 4? You’re not alone.
Independence Day doesn’t ring true for all Americans. Experts say there is room for personal growth in such discomfort.
It’s time to cancel ‘cancel culture.’ Call it ‘accountability culture’ instead.
Experts say referring to “cancel culture” as “accountability culture” would help hold people accountable – but actions speak louder than words.
Britney Spears’ IUD controversy and the conversation we need to have about disability rights
Conversations about disability and reproductive rights in relation to conservatorships and Spears have been a sticking point.
David Archuleta mentioned ‘asexuality’ in his coming out post. What is that?
What is asexual? Find the answer to this question and more.