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What do you know about asexuality? What about aromance? A lot of folks are out of the loop on what those terms really mean. So here’s a clear break-down of both: what they are, what they aren’t, and some struggles society creates for ace and aro people. The end of the video can help you start your own conversation, so we can all be more informed and understanding.

Some time in between high school and college, I realized something about myself: I wasn’t sexually attracted to anyone. I thought there must be something wrong with me. It didn’t even occur to me that there was a sexual orientation that defined me, or that there were other people out there like me who didn’t see relationships with people through a sexual lens.

How common is asexuality, and what does science say about it? Learn about what asexuality means in this DNews video.

Asexuality is defined as not experiencing sexual attraction. Seems straightforward, right? But like most things, asexuality isn’t as simple as it appears. Within asexuality there are many different spectra to consider: from gender and sexual attraction to sexual drive and desire. There is a lot of nuance to this identity. Check out this video for a helpful introduction!

If you think asexuality means celibacy, that asexuals don’t experience oppression, or any of these other myths, this comic will clear up your misconceptions.

“According to a lot of people, we don’t exist.” These people shared what it’s like to be asexual in this society, and everyone should take in their message.

There’s a problem with how women’s sexuality is portrayed in Bollywood films. So this author’s pointing out why it matters for South Asian women, and what needs to change.

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Myths and misconceptions about asexuality are way too common. Do any of these facts change what you thought about what being asexual means?

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Asexuality is still widely misunderstood – so if you’re trying to support an asexual friend, you might end up causing more harm than good. Here’s how to avoid common mistakes and give some real support.

Realizing you’re aseuxal is super confusing with these myths floating around. Let’s debunk them to build a healthier view of sex for everyone.

Have you noticed how disabled and asexual communities can try to distance themselves from each other? This author’s experienced this from all sides, and these examples are so common.

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“You’ll grow out of it.” Life is confusing for any young person trying to sort out conflicting messages about sex – but for asexual people, it can be even harder. So here are some ways we can better support asexual youth.

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If you’ve ever had a therapist like this one or been in her shoes, this can show you how to right the wrongs too many asexual people have to deal with.

Asexuality is just now coming onto the horizon as an identity. In the last ten years, there has been a growing awareness that some people don’t experience sexual attraction. Given how our society assumes everyone is and wants to be sexual, it can be confusing for some people to understand how asexual people date. So here are some

These can be really helpful if you’re struggling to accept your asexuality. But really, every asexual person could use these reminders every now and then.

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Being asexual in a sexual world is frustrating enough without these tired old questions being asked all the time. This shows what not to say to an asexual person – and why.

Asexuality is defined as not experiencing sexual attraction. Seems pretty straightforward, right? Apparently not. Asexuals confront many of the same misinformed questions and inappropriate comments every time their sexuality comes up, and oftentimes it just serves to invalidate their experience. Check out this video for a look at some common microaggressions!

“How does that work, exactly?” She gets this question often as someone who’s asexual in a relationship with someone who isn’t. Here are some great answers.

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You can probably think of more than a few reasons why the image of the hot, hypersexual Latina is a tired stereotype. Here’s an alarming one: that stereotype forces asexual Latinas to battle dangerous racialized and sexist messages that say their bodies are not their own. Read on for this stunning perspective that gives us more reason to put this myth to rest.

Think asexual people are “just confused,” or that they can’t have “real” relationships? Here’s a moving story that busts those myths and more.