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10 sex myths

Guest expert Anna Richardson debunks 10 common beliefs about sex


1. I only have sex with people I know, so I don't worry about condoms.
It's amazing that, even with the wealth of sex education available from magazines, television, health leaflets and the Web, this is still a common occurrence. Many of us think because we already know the person, that they're safe. It's a 'better the devil you know' attitude to sex. But just because you're mates with the person you fancy, and they look clean and smell nice, it doesn't mean that they're not carrying a host of nasty little viruses in their pants. Just remember - you can't tell a person's sexual history by just looking at them. It may be tedious, but unless your partner's had a recent full sexual health screening then stay safe, and use a condom.

2. I'm a girl and I get turned on fantasising about having sex with another girl. Is this normal?
Having a homosexual fantasy, whatever your age or sex, is 100 per cent normal. In fact, it would be more alarming if people were standing up in their droves saying that they'd never had a same sex fantasy. Many people worry - especially teenagers, that their fantasies about same sex scenarios somehow prove they're gay. But let's get one thing straight - discovering your sexual orientation and merely fantasising about another female are completely different things (although neither feelings should be ignored). If you think you are gay, then these same sex fantasies may lead you on an interesting journey of self-discovery. But if you know you're straight and this is just a dirty daydream that turns you on, then take it at face value. Never, ever feel guilty about your dreams. They're not hurting anyone - so go on, relax, close your eyes, and enjoy.



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