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Top 10 Sex Myths

MYTH #10: If I use birth control, I don’t need to worry about STDs – right? FACT: Birth control methods, like the pill, patch, Depo, ring, and IUD, while very effective at preventing pregnancy, do NOT protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV. Condoms are the only method of…
Categories: My Relationships, Sex, Sexual Health

Tips for Saving

So, you’re thinking about getting that car you’ve been eyeing, or you want to take a well-deserved vacation. Maybe you’re going to college and need to set aside money for tuition and school supplies. Saving money will help you accomplish these and other financial goals. It can also help you…
Categories: Becoming Independent, Life Tips, Life Transitions

History of Native Reproductive Health

It is no secret that the federal government has tried for centuries to colonize and control Indigenous peoples – from the forced removals of our ancestors to their placement in boarding schools. An important part of this history is the forced sterilization of Native women. What is Sterilization?Sterilization is a…
Categories: History, Identity, My Relationships, Pregnancy

Getting a Career in STEM

The fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (or STEM) are incredibly exciting. Now more than ever we need community representation working on the world’s most pressing problems, and a career in STEM is one way to be a part of that. If you are considering a career in STEM,…
Categories: Becoming Independent, Life Transitions, Managing School Pressures

How to Stay Connected with Old Friends

A major part of growing up is experiencing new things in life. From moving out for college to dealing with your first heartbreak, change is bound to happen and can bring about exciting opportunities you never had before! One of those opportunities is making new friends. However, while socializing and…
Categories: Communicating, Friendships, My Relationships

Opening a Bank Account

Are you starting your first job? Going to college soon? Or just wanting more financial independence? If so, it sounds like it’s time to open your own bank account. Here’s what you need to know to get started. Checking vs. SavingsYou may have heard of checking and savings accounts, but…
Categories: Becoming Independent, Life Tips, Life Transitions
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