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This website is dedicated to everyone who is interested in Sexology! A Sexologist aims to offer support, empowerment and sexual education to individuals aiming to improve, maintain or restore their sexual health. I aim to do just that through the educational blog posts you will find here.
What is Your Communication Style?
Hi Readers! This week’s article is about the styles of communication. The holidays are on their way. This means more…
What you Should Know about Desire
Hi Readers! Have you heard about the two ways one can start to feel desire? Many of us will have…
“It’s time to move on from thinking of sex as a drive”
Hi Readers! I have been reading the book Sex Ed, A Guide for Adults by Ruby Rare. Check it out! It’s…
Violence in romantic and intimate relationships between men
Physical, psychological, economic, verbal, and sexual violence in romantic and intimate relationships between men. Hi Readers! I wanted to share…
Join the Sex-Positive Movement
Hi Readers! Have you ever thought about being sex-positive or wondered if you already are? Do you believe consensual sex…
Understanding the Concept of Sexual Currency
Hi Readers! I recently read the book Mind the Gap by Dr Karen Gurney wherein she introduced me to the…
What You Need to Know about Miscarriage
Hi Readers, This week’s topic is miscarriages. This is a topic that we don’t particularly talk about even though miscarriages…
Using Mindfulness to Connect with your Body and Sexual Desire
Hi Readers! Some of you may know about sensate focus which is about touching and being touched. You can maximize…
The Impact of Eating Disorders on your Sex Life
Hi Readers, Eating disorders can cause a host of issues that may affect every part of your life. One area…
What is Sexual Script Theory
Hi Readers! Do you know what Sexual Scripts are? The Sexual Script Theory describes the way in which societal and…
World Breastfeeding Week
Hi Readers, World Breastfeeding Week 2021 (August 1st to 7th) focuses on how breastfeeding contributes to the survival, health and…
World Hepatitis Day
Hi Readers! Every year, on July 28th, World Hepatitis Day is observed to raise awareness of viral hepatitis. To learn…
C is for Clitoris
Hi Readers! For women, non-binary people, and trans people with clitorises, the clitoris is a key source of pleasure; it…
What you need to know about neonatal herpes
Hi Readers! According to the World Health Organization, there are approximately 14,000 cases of neonatal herpes annually (based on data…
Things you most probably didn’t know about premature ejaculation
Hi Readers! This week’s article is about premature ejaculation. There are psychological and physical causes for premature ejaculation. It is…
The Truth about Postpartum
Hi Readers! This week I would like to explore the subject of postpartum, also known as the postnatal period. This…
Important facts that you should know about hormone blockers & hormone therapy
Hi Readers! This week’s topic is about hormone blockers, hormone therapy, and the changes individuals go through during the transition…
Cervical Screening Awareness Week (14-20 June 2021)
Hi Readers! 14-20 June 2021 is Cervical Screening Awareness Week. I understand that this subject is something people with a…
Men’s Health Awareness Week 14-20 June 2021
Hi Readers! June 14-20, 2021 is Men’s Health Week. This year’s campaign, organised by the Men’s Health Forum, focuses on…
THANK YOU
Hi Readers! This time last year, I wrote my first article on the Julia, Sexologist Blog. I would like to…
What I wish Everyone knew about Self-Confidence
Hi Readers! Since we spoke about self-esteem last week, let’s dive into self-confidence this week. Having confidence in yourself is,…
A Few Tricks to Boost Your Self-Esteem
Hi Readers! This week’s topic is self-esteem. Self-esteem is the judgment that we have of ourselves and that we carry…
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Hi Readers! May 17th is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. This day was created in 2004; it…
How Penile Cancer Affects Sexuality
Hi Readers! This week’s topic is Penile cancer. We will focus on penile cancer’s impacts on sexuality. For all other…
How much do you know about counselling and therapy?
Hi Readers! Since there is some confusion/misunderstanding between counselling and therapy, I’ve prepared a simple guide for you. The similarities…
Understanding sexuality during your testicular cancer journey
Hi Readers! This week’s topic is testicular cancer. Specifically, how testicular cancer can affect your sexuality. For all other information…
This is Why Communication is so Famous!
Hi Readers! This week’s topic is communication but more specifically, communication within your couple. It is imperative that you do…
How Stress is Affecting your Sex Life
Hi Readers! April is Stress Awareness Month. Starting in 1992, this is a national campaign to inform people about the…
Vaginismus
Hi Readers! This week’s topic is Vaginismus. Vaginismus is when the vagina suddenly tightens up just as you try to…
World Tuberculosis Day
Hi Readers! Today is World Tuberculosis Day. This day is to raise awareness about the health, social and economic consequences…
Let’s talk about the birds and the bees…
In 3 days it will be spring!!! March 20th is the first day of spring! More people are out, it…
UK SAYS NO MORE
March 7th to 13th is UK SAYS NO MORE. This campaign’s aim is to unite and strengthen a diverse community…
#ChooseToChallenge
#choosetochallenge International Women’s Day 2021
Puberty – boys
Hi Readers! As promised, this week’s topic is about puberty in boys. Puberty is when a child’s body begins to…
Puberty – Girls
Hi Readers! This week’s subject is about puberty in girls. I will cover puberty in boys next week! Puberty is…
V-Day
Hi Readers! Although we are in lockdown, and most shops are closed, that doesn’t stop them from selling us stuff…
HIV Testing Week
Hi Readers! This week, February 1st to 7th, 2021 is National HIV Testing Week in the UK. What is National…
February Daily Affirmation Challenge
Hi Readers! I just wanted to take a moment to let you know that beginning tomorrow we will be doing…
STIs
Hi Readers! This week, we will expand our knowledge on Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). If you are worried that you…
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Hi Readers! January 18 to 24 2021 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. This week is an opportunity to raise awareness…
Contraception
Hi Readers! Did you know that without the use of contraception, 85 women in every 100 will get pregnant in…
Reproductive Cycle
Hi Readers! This week’s article is about the female reproductive cycle. There are 4 phases in the reproductive cycle. Menstruation…
Erogenous zones
Hi Readers! Last week we spoke about the Masters & Johnson sexual response cycle. In that article, I briefly mentioned…
Sexual Response
Hi Readers! In this week’s article, I would like to explore the four-stage model of physiological responses to sexual stimulation…
Endometriosis
Hi Readers! This weeks article is about endometriosis. Please note that this article is for anyone who has a uterus.…
Healthy Relationships
Hi Readers! This week’s article is about healthy relationships. Now, more than ever, relationships are being put to the test;…
Documentaries, Tv Series, Movies & Books
Hi Readers! The holiday season is upon us. More time for relaxing and catching up on reading, TV series and…
Intimacy
Hi Readers! This week’s article is about intimacy and alternatives to sexual intercourse. In a world so focused on penetration,…
WORLD AIDS DAY – DECEMBER 1st
Hi Readers! Every year on December 1st is World AIDS Day. On this day, we remember those who have died…
Cross-dressing
Hi Readers! This week’s article is about cross-dressing. This is a topic that society doesn’t tend to discuss about very…
Parents of trans* children
Hi Readers! In this week’s article I would like to focus on the needs of the parents of trans* children.…
IVF treatments and the impact on your sexuality
Hi Readers! Today, I would like to discuss the impacts In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) may have on your personal sexuality…
Resources for victims of domestic violence
Hi Readers! As part of domestic violence awareness month, I wanted to list some resources for victims of domestic violence. …
World Menopause Day – October 18th
Hi Readers! If you follow Julia Sexologist on Instagram, you have already seen part of this article. I am adding…
October – Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Hi Readers! October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Therefore, this blog post is to raise awareness about domestic violence. ***Please…
Sexual Orientation
Hi Readers! Today’s blog post is all about sexual orientation. We will look at the definition as well as different…
Gender Identity
Hi Readers! Happy Monday! It’s great to be back on this platform. Today we are learning about gender identity! Let’s…
Being proud of yourself
Hi Readers! Today I would like to write about being proud of yourself. This is also the first video in…
World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1-7, 2020)
Disclaimer: Breastfeeding is every mother’s choice. There are also many other reasons why a mother may not breastfeed – every…
World Hepatitis Day – July 28th
Hi Readers! Tomorrow is World Hepatitis Day. Every year, this day takes place on July 28th as it is the…
Talking to children about consent
Hi Readers! Do you like fries? I love fries! I promise this is relevant. Today we are going to talk…
Asexuality
Hi Readers! Today’s blog post is about a specific sexual orientation: asexuality. Yes, asexuality is a sexual orientation just like…
“Sexologist? Ooohh what’s that?”
Hi Readers! So, you might have heard loads of myths about Sexologists, what we do, what we studied, where we…
Influential LGBTQ+ individuals throughout history
Hi Readers! As you know, it’s pride month! I think it is important to take this opportunity to look back…
Inclusive reads for children
Hi Readers! I have put together a list of books covering the topics of diversity, sexuality, and inclusiveness that I…
Do you live in Lambeth, Southwark or Lewisham? Take this Sexual Health Survey and enter to win £50!
Hi Readers! There is currently a survey going around for residents of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham. Join the conversation by…
Welcome
Hi Readers! Welcome to the blog section of Julia, Sexologist. This section will be devoted to all things Love, Sex…
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