Sexual Health in the News March 14 – March 20
NCSH in the News
Gen Z Wants to Talk About Sex: New Media Campaign Tells Them How – Dating News
The Own the Awk campaign aims to help Gen Z feel more comfortable discussing sexual health and relationships by providing tools, tips, and expert-backed advice to destigmatize these conversations. The National Coalition for Sexual Health and its extensive research with young adults are featured.
Overcoming The Awk: 4 Simple Steps to Defining the Relationship – SFGATE
This article, created as part of NCSH’s Own the Awk campaign and distributed nationwide, helps individuals define a relationship by reflecting on their desires, initiating open conversations, managing reactions, and staying true to their needs. The National Coalition for Sexual Health and OwnTheAwk.org are featured.
866: Enhancing Island Workforce, ‘Own the Awk’ Campaign – ASTHO Public Health Review Morning Edition
Susan Gilbert, co-director of the National Coalition for Sexual Health, explains how the Own the Awk campaign will empower young adults to talk openly and honestly with their partners about sexual health and relationships.
More Older Women Becoming First-Time Moms Amid U.S. Fertility Rate Declines – NBC News
As U.S. fertility rates decline, more women over 40 are becoming first-time mothers, while teen birth rates hit record lows, showcasing changing societal norms and reproductive technology advances. Elizabeth Wildsmith, from Child Trends, an NCSH member, is quoted.
NCSH’S COLLABORATION WITH AARP: “IN THE MOOD”
NCSH is providing experts for AARP’s advice column, available to AARP members (via a paywall), reaching up to 15 million people monthly. The most recent articles include:
My Husband Says If I Love Him, I Should Do This – AARP
The article advises on how to deal with a partner’s pressure for uncomfortable sexual activities through mutual respect, clear communication, and setting personal boundaries. NCSH arranged interviews with Rachel Needle, Sandi Kaufman, Nan Wise, Chris Fariello, and Stella Harris.
Other News This Week
How To Improve Wellbeing at Work with Better Sexual Health Practices – Forbes
Enhancing workplace well-being through better sexual health practices involves fostering open conversations, providing resources, and supporting employees’ diverse needs.
When Libidos Clash: I Love You, But I’m Not in the Mood – Psychology Today
The article addresses mismatched libidos in relationships, emphasizing that open communication, emotional connection, and creativity in intimacy can help couples navigate these differences.
How Trust Breaks in Non-Monogamous Relationships – Psychology Today
In non-monogamous relationships, cheating occurs when partners violate agreed-upon rules, boundaries, and expectations, emphasizing the need for ongoing trust, transparency, and ethical behavior.
Media Inquiries
For general media inquiries about sexual health topics and/or to schedule an interview with one of our experts, please contact Susan Gilbert, NCSH Co-Director, at
susan.gilbert@altarum.org
