Posts by Melissa A. Fabello
Why We Act to Stop Street Harassment
I was lying in bed when suddenly, I heard a blood-curdling scream. “STOP IT!” the voice said. “PLEASE, STOP IT.” Thankfully some bystanders stopped the man who had his arms around the woman’s neck from behind. I soon learned that he had attacked her because she didn’t respond favorably to his street harassment. And there are still people who say it’s not a legitimate issue?!? (Trigger warning)
Read MoreFive Ways to Support a Loved One in Eating Disorder Recovery
Eating disorders are difficult – not just for the sufferer, but admittedly for the people who care about that person, too. This is an article specifically for those of you who need a place to start, who are saying, “I know that my friend or family member has a history with an eating disorder. Now what?”
Read MoreTop 5 Questions About Vaginal Orgasm Answered
There’s a lot of misinformation still out there about vaginal sexual response and what is considered “normal,” driven home by patriarchal ideals about what vaginal orgasm “should” look like. This leads people with vaginas to second-guess their own bodies and forget that they too experience and deserve sexual satisfaction – for their own sake.
Read MoreParty Girl Pop: Empowerment or Sexism
Songs like Katy Perry’s “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” are anthems to pre-gaming and morning regret also known as party girl pop music. Are they empowering or just sexism presented in a different package? What do you think?
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