Sexual Health & Diagnosis

Compassionate articles exploring the emotional impact of sexual health concerns, HIV, herpes, diagnosis, intimacy, shame, relationships, identity, and emotional wellbeing in a non-judgemental space.

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Understanding Herpes: A Normalised View of a Common Virus

A herpes diagnosis can feel emotionally overwhelming, but herpes is common and manageable. This article explores herpes stigma, relationships, emotional wellbeing and living with HSV without shame.

Sexual Health & Diagnosis

Paul Madden

2 min read

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Understanding Chemsex Without Judgement

Chemsex can affect emotional wellbeing, relationships and sense of control. This article explores chemsex without judgement, including mental health, coping patterns and support options for GBMSM.

LGBTQ+ Mental Health

Paul Madden

3 min read