spfpp 345: I have herpes and you probably have it too

Sex education vs intercourse education AKA abstinence based sexual education vs. Comprehensive sexual education:

What is the real purpose and value of comprehensive sexual education?
How does the lack of understanding and access to information aid in the spread of misinformation and stigmatization seen on social media in response to sex/ STI positive content?

Sex educator Tara Ransleben (@TR_Sexuality) shares her experience of growing up with oral HSV 1 and learning about it in her adult years. She discusses how she deals with online trolls and the challenges of censorship, navigating internal and external stigma while also managing romantic relationships.

Also discusses the differences between in person and online engagement/advocacy and the benefits of both experiences.