How can I stop being used for sex?

The sorts of things that could lead others to considering you as dishonorable vary according to cultural context and the times you're living in. However, some things that might stop...

Get present! Anxiety is stress about the future: what might happen, what you could feel, all the scariest stories you can come up with. If you know you’re uncomfortable in...

Take it one day at a time. Do one thing that brings you joy. It can be something small too, it doesn't need to be some kind of life-changing monumental...

No; there's no requirement, do whatever you're comfortable with. However, make sure that your partner is aware of how you feel about sex so that you can both manage your...

Meet with a mental health professional—they can teach you helpful behavioral and cognitive skills/techniques. You can also reach out to a trusted friend or loved one for support.

You probably can't. You're still going through puberty, and your body will get curvier as this progresses. Try to love your body as it is in the meantime. We all...

Understand that anxiety symptoms, including fear and other sensations, might arise and that you have the tools to get yourself through it. You can breathe, you can stay in your...

When applied correctly, it is safe! Keep in mind that no type of condom prevents pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) 100% of the time. There is still a chance...

Remind yourself that sex isn't always going to be perfect the first time you have it with someone! Sex is very exploratory since you're getting to know someone new.

Think about the experience you would like to have in place of that shyness and nervousness. Ask yourself questions like "What is my shyness getting in the way of?" or...