Dating After Diagnosis
Just diagnosed? Learn how to process the news, rebuild confidence, and start dating again when you're ready.
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Dating After an STI Diagnosis: How to Know You're Ready and Take the First Step
You don't need to feel 100% confident or stigma-free before dating again. Learn how to know you're ready and take the first step without letting rejection define your worth.
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How to Notify Past Sexual Partners About an STI Safely and Confidentially
You can notify past partners responsibly without becoming the target of blame. Learn about confidential Partner Services, anonymous notification, and how to write a direct message.
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Just Diagnosed with an STI? How to Process the Shock, Anger, and Grief
An STI diagnosis is important health information, not a verdict on your character. Learn how to process the initial shock, anger, and grief in the days after finding out.
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Overcoming STI Stigma: How to Stop Feeling "Damaged" and Rebuild Your Self-Worth
An STI diagnosis changes your health information, not your human worth. Learn how to challenge the "damaged" and "dirty" thoughts that stigma creates and rebuild your self-worth.
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STI Disclosure and the Law: What You Need to Know Before Dating
STI disclosure and exposure laws vary significantly by jurisdiction. Learn the general legal landscape you should understand before dating, and when to consult an attorney.
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STI Privacy Guide: How to Protect Your Status from Friends, Family, and Coworkers
Treating your STI diagnosis as private isn't the same as being dishonest. Learn how HIPAA and other privacy protections apply, and how to keep your status confidential.