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Body Image

Let's talk body image

Let's talk body image

Body image is how you see yourself compared to how others see you. Lots of LGBTQ+ people suffer from body image issues. Read more

Published: 11th June, 2020

Updated: 15th March, 2022

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Eating disorders in LBT+ women

Eating disorders in LBT+ women

LBT+ women are disproportionately affected by eating disorders. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Eating disorders

Eating disorders

What are they? Am I at risk? Where can I find help? Read more

Published: 17th April, 2018

Updated: 14th April, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

TRUE LIFE: My battle with food, body image and self worth

TRUE LIFE: My battle with food, body image and self worth

Body image is something I’ve always struggled with. Whether or not that’s the acceptance of others or just accepting myself. But spending 18 years of my life overweight might be something to do with that. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2015

Updated: 22nd December, 2018

Author: Ian Howley

Pretty Hurts

Pretty Hurts

71% of those surveyed admitted they’re not happy with their body shape. Read more

Published: 6th February, 2015

Updated: 1st March, 2019

Author: Ian Howley

Body image and the gay media

Body image and the gay media

AND OUR SURVEY SAYS... We talk to the leading LGBTQ magazine editors about body image and the gay media. Read more

Published: 5th February, 2015

Updated: 30th December, 2018

Author: Ian Howley

Comments: 1

Am I a bad gay for not taking care of my body?

Am I a bad gay for not taking care of my body?

Around four years ago now, I managed to shed nearly five stone — the equivalent of Kim Kardashian’s hair extensions — and felt absolutely great about myself. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2014

Updated: 13th February, 2019

Author: Ian Howley

How dare you be fat!

How dare you be fat!

I have a confession to make. I am gay-fat. Read more

Published: 3rd February, 2014

Updated: 24th January, 2020

Author: Ian Howley

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    This session: Connections - Thursday 23/06/2022 @6pm In this group we'll discuss how we can bring our community closer together and address some of the issues that can keep us apart.

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    Find your local pride 2022

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    Stress - what is it?

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    We've all heard the myths! If you're gay men you're bound to become HIV-positive. Right? Wrong!

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    The question is: are we really that shocked to learn that Britain’s gay scene is so racist?

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    How risky is having sex without condoms?

    Most gay and bisexual men who have HIV caught it from having penetrative sex without a condom.

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    Safe Sex and STIs - a guide for lesbians

    Think lesbians aren't at risk of STIs? Think again.

  • Monkeypox and what you need to know

    Monkeypox and what you need to know

    There seems to be an outbreak of Monkeypox, with many initial cases coming from gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men. Here's what you need to know.

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    Herpes

    Herpes is a virus that is spread by skin to skin contact.

  • What is asexuality?

    What is asexuality?

    Understanding asexuality and dispelling the myths and misconceptions about it.

  • A modern guy's guide to cruising

    A modern guy's guide to cruising

    Perhaps surprisingly, the proud tradition of cruising is still going strong. Wherever you are in the UK, you’re not going to be too far from a spot where you’ll easily find other men who want to hook up with men. There are plenty of apps and websites dedicated to helping you out if you want to have sex in a public place.

  • Conversion therapy: the facts

    Conversion therapy: the facts

    Being pushed into a "queer cure"? It's both damaging and unscientific.

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