Teenage is a confusing period – there are many changes in the body – and thus an easy time for myths to prey on. Breasts, penises, menstruation and masturbation – myths galore. We bust some to make troubled teens a tad easier.
As a teenager, our body, mind and personality are undergoing a lot of changes – some pleasant, some exciting and some awkward, especially when it comes to our nascent sexuality. We spoke to six people to find out what they remember best of those wonder years
Hi Auntyji, we live in a modern world but every now and then I find myself battling over myths and taboos – periods mein achaar nahi choona and all that. Especially for girls, the list seems to be unending. It’s exhausting. Should I just give up? Gunjan, 21, Noida
Hi Auntyji, being a girl I feel very shy and uncomfortable to ask information on sex, body and things like that. I feel these things are not meant for girls. But I have many questions. What should I do? Poonam, 20 years, Indore.
‘Don’t worry, be happy’, the lyrics go. Need another reason to listen to them? A smiley face can make you more attractive, according to Swiss research.
