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I want to talk to other trans people on the internet

Question asked by Ray/Lilly (14 years old heterosexual man from Latvia, Latvia)

Question answered on May 15, 2009 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Dating, Questions, Transsexuality

Hi Ray/Lilly, Thank you for your question. I think it's great that you recognized yourself in John/McKayla's story, and I think it's normal to want to speak with others who are experiencing the same things. Mostly, I would recommend you register to some internet forums and boards for trans youth so you can ... Read more.

I had dreams involving my best friend. Does this mean I am gay?

Question asked by Ali (22 years old heterosexual woman from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on September 6, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in En questionnement, Gay & Lesbian, Questions

Hi Ali, First of all I want to thank you for your question, because I am sure other people are going through a similar situation. As you said, your best friend is like your sister, which means you are extremely close. When you are so close to someone, it is natural to ... Read more.

Should I tell my ex-boyfriend about my abortion?

Question asked by Quinlynn (26 years old heterosexual woman from Canada, Canada)

Question answered on July 26, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Questions, Relationships, Health

Hi Quinlynn, Let me start off by saying that you have a lot of courage for going through those things and having to make such a decision. I also want to sincerely thank you for your question, as I am sure many women go through similar experiences but are afraid to ... Read more.

Am I pregnant, even though I had my period last month?

Question asked by ashley

Question answered on June 4, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Questions, Health, Safe-sex

Hi Ashley, Thank you for your question. First of all, let me start off by saying that you are definitely not alone in your situation; many girls have gone through similar experiences with contraceptive issues, both younger and older. That being said, it is understandable that you are stressed out by your situation, ... Read more.

My parents won’t let me date before I turn 15

Question asked by Katie

Question answered on April 26, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Love, Questions, Relationships

Hi Katie, I'm really glad to hear that my advice helped, although now it seems like you might be having another issue. Parents tend to be overprotective when you're in your teens because they want to protect you, which is a natural thing for parents to be worried about. I know it's ... Read more.

Why does my boyfriend treat me differently than his other girlfriends?

Question asked by Katie

Question answered on April 15, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Love, Questions, Relationships

Hi Katie, Thanks for your question. I know that you are probably feeling confused as to why your boyfriend is doing this when he has not done so in the past. It may be that he is shy, but if he is truly has been acting differently with other girlfriends in the ... Read more.

Why am I not into having sex with my boyfriend or thinking about him in a sexual way?

Question asked by Sarah (18 years old woman)

Question answered on April 1, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in En questionnement, Questions, Sex

Hi Sarah, Thank you for your question. I know all of these thoughts may seem abnormal or foreign to you, but the truth of the matter is, thinking about anyone (boy or girl) in a sexual way is absolutely normal and actually healthy! You should not worry that thoughts of this nature ... Read more.

Under what circumstances would a man get very nervous about a male friend?

Question asked by karen (42 years old questioning woman from Hong Kong, Hong Kong)

Question answered on March 13, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Homophobia and transphobia, Questions, Relationships

Hi Karen, First, I would like to thank you for your question. I realize you must be in a confusing situation. If you are worried that something is happening between your companion and an old friend, I would try to talk to him in a way that is sensitive and non-accusatory… For ... Read more.

I am deeply attracted to my fiance (both physically and emotionally), but I can’t stop thinking about a girl

Question asked by Marie (21 years old questioning woman from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on February 26, 2008 by catherine duguay

Sorted in Bisexuality, Questions

Hi Marie, Thank you for your question. I know it must be confusing to try to understand where your feelings come from and how that might affect your life and relationships. Let me start by saying that your situation probably is not as rare as you might think; many people who ... Read more.