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Why your breakup hurts so much

Breaking up
Some breakups hurt way more than others. New research reveals the worst kind of breakup – and how to soften the blow if you’re the one calling a relationship quits.

Circumcision: the hidden sex problems

Relationship problems
“Sex is a thing of the past,” a Love Matters reader commented. He blames his sex problems on circumcision. Circumcised men and their partners have more orgasm trouble. It’s a hidden complication for cut men, says Dutch expert Gert van Dijk.

The whole neighbourhood found out I was masturbating!

Our Bodies
As a teenager, our body, mind and personality are undergoing a lot of changes – some pleasant, some exciting and some awkward, especially when it comes to our nascent sexuality. We spoke to six people to find out what they remember best of those wonder years

Our horoscopes don't match, can we still marry?

Love and relationships
My boyfriend and I love each other. But our parents aren’t agreeing to us getting married because our horoscopes don’t match. What should we do now? Minal (24), Agra.

Do pickles really go bad if touched during periods?

Our Bodies
Hi Auntyji, we live in a modern world but every now and then I find myself battling over myths and taboos – periods mein achaar nahi choona and all that. Especially for girls, the list seems to be unending. It’s exhausting. Should I just give up? Gunjan, 21, Noida

How much makeup do guys find attractive?

Female body
Do guys go for girls with glamourous makeup or a natural look? They certainly prefer less than most women apply for a night out, according to UK research.

Why are only women judged, when men too are responsible?

Pregnancy
An unplanned pregnancy sent Nandini into a world full of judgment. The most difficult ones to handle were jibes that came from the doctor and nurses. But she wondered why they were directed only at her and not Sunil, who was equally responsible.

As a girl, is it ok for me to seek information on sex?

Our Bodies
Hi Auntyji, being a girl I feel very shy and uncomfortable to ask information on sex, body and things like that. I feel these things are not meant for girls. But I have many questions. What should I do? Poonam, 20 years, Indore.