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How Summer Camp Gave Me the Freedom to Explore My Queerness
Sexual Health + Identity

How Summer Camp Gave Me the Freedom to Explore My Queerness

I wasn't really out at home, but at camp I could be whoever I wanted — including my true self.
6 Teens Share the Elation and Disappointment of Graduating During the Pandemic
Mental Health

6 Teens Share the Elation and Disappointment of Graduating During the Pandemic

"We’re guaranteed a drive-through graduation, but I would like the celebration of [my] hard work ... to be differentiated from the vibe at a McDonald’s."
This Valedictorian Switched Her Graduation Speech to Protest Texas' Recent Abortion Ban
Sexual Health + Identity

This Valedictorian Switched Her Graduation Speech to Protest Texas' Recent Abortion Ban

"Everyone should have an opinion about the issue."
Olivia Ponton Is Officially Coming Out as Bisexual
Sexual Health + Identity

Olivia Ponton Is Officially Coming Out as Bisexual

While many have speculated, Olivia talked to Teen Vogue about her sexuality on her own terms.
Naomi Osaka's Withdrawal From the French Open Is a Lesson In Strength and Preservation
Mental Health

Naomi Osaka's Withdrawal From the French Open Is a Lesson In Strength and Preservation

Naomi Osaka’s decision to withdraw from the French Open signals a much larger issue around mental health in sports.
Dance Moms Star Zackery Torres Is Transitioning
Sexual Health + Identity

Dance Moms Star Zackery Torres Is Transitioning

The dancer announced their transition on TikTok.
This Is What it Means to Be Non-Binary
Sexual Health + Identity

This Is What it Means to Be Non-Binary

11 people share what their identity means to them.
Dear Cancer, Your Gut Is Lying to You
Spirituality

Dear Cancer, Your Gut Is Lying to You

Your instincts aren't always right.
Demi Lovato Says They Came Out After Realizing the Patriarchy Was Holding Them Back
Sexual Health + Identity

Demi Lovato Says They Came Out After Realizing the Patriarchy Was Holding Them Back

“That didn’t vibe for me because I’m too outspoken for that.”
Dove Cameron Opened Up About Living Authentically as a Queer Woman
Sexual Health + Identity

Dove Cameron Opened Up About Living Authentically as a Queer Woman

“I’m choosing to love myself, to be who I am every day and not edit myself depending on the room that I’m in.”
Naomi Osaka Won't Speak to the Press During the French Open to Protect Her Mental Health
Mental Health

Naomi Osaka Won't Speak to the Press During the French Open to Protect Her Mental Health

"I’m just not going to subject myself to people that doubt me."
How Will People Know I'm Queer?
Identity

How Will People Know I'm Queer?

There are many ways to signal you're queer, but mostly, it's an attitude.
Simone Biles Made History Again — And She Has No Intention to Stop
Fitness

Simone Biles Made History Again — And She Has No Intention to Stop

The world's most decorated gymnast attempts such difficult moves, "Because I can."
Demi Lovato Shares a Reminder Not to Compliment People's Weight Loss
Mental Health

Demi Lovato Shares a Reminder Not to Compliment People's Weight Loss

“If you don't know someone's history with food, please don't comment on their body."
SZA Says That Her "Debilitating Anxiety" Makes Her Hate Being in Public
Mental Health

SZA Says That Her "Debilitating Anxiety" Makes Her Hate Being in Public

"I hate being outside more than I can explain."
Dear Capricorn, Booked and Busy Isn't Always Better
Spirituality

Dear Capricorn, Booked and Busy Isn't Always Better

It's time to press pause.
“The Bachelorette Australia” Just Cast the Franchise's First Openly Bisexual Lead
Sexual Health + Identity

“The Bachelorette Australia” Just Cast the Franchise's First Openly Bisexual Lead

Meet Brooke Blurton.
BTS Members On Learning More About Themselves and Their Mental Health
Mental Health

BTS Members On Learning More About Themselves and Their Mental Health

“Being off the road for a year gave me a chance to really reflect on what I want and who I am.”
How to Prepare For The Major and Tumultuous Saturn Return
Spirituality

How to Prepare For The Major and Tumultuous Saturn Return

We all go through it, but you can be ready if you look for clues along the way.
Billy Porter Says He Has Been Living With HIV For 14 Years
Sexual Health + Identity

Billy Porter Says He Has Been Living With HIV For 14 Years

No longer silenced by shame, the 'Pose' star shares that he was diagnosed with HIV in 2007.