Sexual Orientation

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I didn't like boys or girls!

Sexual Diversity
For most of us sexual attractions happened as soon as we hit puberty. We all have stories of crushing over that cute guy or girl, but what about some of us who didn't? Vaibhavi, 22, from Mumbai, shares her story.

My best friend is a lesbian

Sexual Orientation
Sunita thought her best friend Tanya was just good friends with her cousin Riya. Until the day she opened a door and found them kissing.

My friend says he's gay – does it change things?

Sexual Orientation
Auntyji, one of my friends in college recently confessed that he is gay. Ever since then, everyone has been ignoring him. I am also a bit awkward and shocked. How does it change anything? Ajay (25), Mumbai.

Top five myths about gay relationships

Sexual Orientation
We’ve all heard vague stereotypes about same-sex relationships. Most of them are baseless. This week, Love Matters busts five common myths about gay relationships.

Asexuality: the ins and outs

Sexual Orientation
Within the sexuality spectrum, asexuality is the least spoken about. What is it then? And why don’t we know more about it? Love Matters asked some of its fans for their views on the topic.

Asexuality: Top 7 myths

Sexual Orientation
Asexual people are often misunderstood for their lack of sexual desire. Can asexuality be treated? We bust top seven myths on the topic this week…

My best friend is a gay

Sexual Orientation
Many straight people grow up only hearing negative things about homosexuality. So then what happens when you actually meet openly gay people for the first time? We ask three young people.

I’m lesbian, how do I come out to my parents?

Sexual Orientation
Auntyji, I am lesbian. I want to come out to my parents and friends but I am scared of their reaction. What if they are homophobic? Please help! Natasha (19), Mumbai