Includes bibliographical references (pages 211-212).
Contents:
Introduction: Banana + condom + shame = sex ed -- Relationships + sex: Why is dating so difficult? ; Why are relationships so difficult? ; What is my love language? ; What is my attachment style? ; What makes a relationship toxic or abusive? ; How do I navigate breakups? ; What is sex? ; What do "normal" genitalia look like? ; What is the clitoris? ; What is good sex? ; How does desire work, and how do I maintain it? ; Why don't I want sex? ; Should sex hurt? ; Which contraception should I use? ; Can my orientation change throughout my life? ; How does consent work? -- Health + wellness: Does everyone experience poor mental health at some point? ; How can I maintain good mental health? ; What is self-care? ; How can I deal with stress better? ; How do I cope with grief? ; Why can't I find happiness? ; How does mindfulness work? ; Is my period normal? ; What does this pain mean? ; How do I prepare for a cervical screening? ; How can I check my boobs and balls? -- The self + society: Who am I? ; What is the ego? ; What is neurodivergance? Why are bodies so heavily criticized? ; How can I stay secure online? ; What self-defense advice should I know? ; How do I think critically? -- Conclusion: My life lessons -- Glossary.
Summary:
"An illustrated guide to the biggest questions we ask search engines about our bodies, our brains and how we live together in society. What is the most personal thing you've asked the Internet? Illustrator Hazel Mead takes turns to Big Data to uncover what we secretly ask search engines about our relationships, bodies and identities. With hundreds of demystifying and empowering illustrations, she offers a fun, shamefree and inclusive guide to life's big questions. This is the emotional curriculum you'll wish was taught in every classroom. What if there was a book that explored the big lessons of life? Sure, formal education will equip you with requisite knowledge on photosynthesis. But when it comes to spotting the green flags in a prospective partner, navigating yours or a loved one's grief, knowing how to prepare for a cervical screening, or to practicing self-defence, it can feel like total guesswork. Using the latest research, interviews with experts, and her signature visuals, Hazel interrogates the taboos that shame us into silence. Since the answers to life's big questions are rarely black and white, she answers over 100 of them in full colour, with accessible design and compassionate reflections. Why Aren't We Talking About This?! is an exploration of the things we're too afraid to ask but desperately need to know and talk about for greater acceptance of others and ourselves. It's a bold invitation to forget normal and embrace what makes you unique"--Publisher's description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.