Young Men's Health
My parents recently separated because my father had an affair. I love my dad but I am angry with him at the same time. I’m not sure how to deal with my feelings. What should I do?It sounds like you’re going through a really difficult time. It also seems like you may be having some conflicting feelings and that is completely understandable given your situation. Your … read more
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I’m 14 and when I first started having wet dreams, I noticed there was a purple ring around my penis. I’d like to know if this is normal for my age and if you can get it from having wet dreams.
Thank you for your question! It is very normal for a person’s penis to have some color changes, such as lines of purplish-red, during times of arousal or anytime when … read more
Hi, I’ve been addicted to masturbation since I was 11 years old. Please tell me the effect on my health and how can I control it?
Thanks for your question! Masturbation is normal and the most natural way to learn about your body and what feels sexually satisfying. It is also a way to relieve stress. However, there … read more
Does sleeping nude increase your chance of a wet dream?
Thanks for your question! Wet dreams usually happen when a guy has a sexually arousing dream during the REM (rapid eye movement) phase of sleep. During this time, it’s natural … read more
I feel that I am extremely nervous this year. I will suddenly feel overwhelmed by school, the prospect of college, or something in the news (particularly school shootings) and my stomach will feel sick and I can’t stop shaking. What should I do?
Sometimes people think that teenagers don’t have much to be worried or anxious about. However, as you have pointed out there are many important challenges that teens face. There are … read more
When can I have sex with an uncircumcised penis?
Unless you have been circumcised recently (and need time to heal), your body is ready to have sex. But wait, there’s a lot more to think about before you give … read more
Why am I eating a lot of food? I feel like I’m gonna get fat if I keep eating a lot… Is this normal?
It is perfectly normal for any adolescent to feel like they are eating a lot of food. During adolescence your body is still growing and the only way it can … read more
I have severe depression and I got horrible grades last year. I want to do well in school but it’s hard when I’m always sad and tired. What are some tips to succeed?
Thank you for your question, and kudos to you for reaching out! Asking for help can be very difficult. By asking this question, you are taking steps to take care … read more
I am developing a lot of stretch marks on my body. I am 220 pounds (I used to be 250). Is there anything I can do other than workout/lose weight? Are they permanent?
Stretch marks are actually a kind of scar that appears when the skin stretches quickly (with weight gain) or shrinks (with sudden weight loss). It’s common to develop stretch marks … read more
Can you get bowel cancer at 13 years old?
Colon cancer is very rare in children; however, anyone no matter what age who has chronic unexplained constipation (difficulty having bowel movements), abdominal distention (bloating of the belly) and bleeding from the … read more
