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Gay men bottoming for the first time

Gay men bottoming for the first time? Tips and suggestions for your first experience 🍆 More than just the physical First time bottoming isn’t just about the act — it’s about intimacy, trust, consent, and communication. Talk about your boundaries, ...

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DoxyPEP in gay men to prevent bacterial STIs

DOXYPEP. A short explainer guide. Using the well-known antibiotic as post-exposure prophylaxis PEP for gay men and other LGBTQ+ to reduce the risk / prevent bacterial STIs. What is it? * Widely used oral antibiotic (doxycycline) * Reduces the chan...

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Tips for reducing drug use

Track your use – Keep a drug diary to recognise patterns, triggers, feelings before and after and the reasons behind your use. Delay and reduce – Try using later in the day or spacing out the time between uses to gradually reduce intake. Use less...

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Crystal meth withdrawal timeline

Crystal Meth Withdrawal Timeline: What Happens After You Stop?
Your body and brain start healing the moment you stop. Here's what to expect. A timeline explainer For regular users, especially those on a 4 week cycle, the brain may not fully clear ...

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Ketamine use is escalating amongst LGBT people

K use is escalating amongst LGBT+ and others. Here’s what you need to know. Use is rising in some cities and communities Passing of Drag Race UK winner, The Vivienne, has sparked new conversations about its dangers. Seen as “less risky” as many d...

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Tips for reducing alcohol intake

Set Clear Limits and Alcohol-Free Days Decide on realistic limits for drinking occasions (drinks/units). Incorporate at least two alcohol-free days into your week. Monitor your use using an alcohol diary or app and see if you can reduce or modify ...

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Understanding chemicals in the body

A short explainer 💊 Understanding chemicals in the brain and body; how dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins shape substance use — and how to hack them using every day activities. ⚡️ Dopamine Reward Chemical Motivation and pleasure chemica...

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