Sexual Health: Essential Guide

What Is Sexual Health?

Sexual health is just one part of the bigger health picture. There are lots of components to health – both physical and emotional, and lots of ways that we look after health every day.

Everyone has the right to safe, happy sexual experiences.

Healthy Respect supports the World Health Organisation’s idea of sexual health. They say it’s not just about steering clear of infections, and that everyone has the right to safe, happy sexual experiences.

 

Feeling good?

So, being sexually healthy is about having safe and respectful relationships, and not having to do anything sexually that you don't want to. Being emotionally OK is a really important part of sexual health. This means feeling good about your sexual experiences, and not regretting anything that’s happened.

Where can I get sexual health information or support?

Sometimes we might need support or advice to keep healthy. This site has loads of information on how you can look after your sexual health and enjoy your relationships. There are also lots of places in Lothian where you can go and speak to someone to get more info, support and advice.

 

Are there different types of sex? Safe sex? What about drink, drugs and sex?