Health Education & Promotion
Sexual Health: Sexual Communication Resources

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What is Sexcess? Check out the Project Sexcess photo album on the Love Lab Facebook page to see how other students define healthy sexual communication.
Sexual Communication
- How To Be Sexcessful (pdf)
(UC Davis Student Health and Counseling Services, Health Education and Promotion)
A guide developed by students and professionals to assist you in enjoying physically and emotionally safe, pleasurable and fulfilling sexual experiences. This engaging and easy-to-read booklet covers a variety of topics such as:- Sex Myths & Realities
- Step-by-step Sexy Talk
- Exploring your turn-ons and desires
Campus Resources
- SHCS Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
(UC Davis Counseling and Psychological Services)
Your campus resource for free, confidential and professional counseling services addressing relationships, sexuality and much more. CAPS staff also make referrals to local therapists for those seeking longer term therapy. - SHCS The House
(UC Davis Counseling and Psychological Services)
Your campus resource for drop-in and phone counseling services where students can talk to another student about personal and academic problems. Open weekdays 8am to 5pm
Other Recommended Resources
- Talking About Sex (And Sexual Health) (American Social Health Association)
Looking for the right words to use with your partner? This resource can point you in the right direction! - Talking To Your Partner About Sex (Sexuality and U)
A great article to help expand your communication skills. - Communicating with Your Partner about Sex (Advocates for Youth)
A quick bullet-list of tips about communicating with your partner about sex. - Sex & Masturbation (Planned Parenthood)
Planned Parenthood resource that addresses issues related to sexual health, including myths and drug and alcohol information. - Resource Center for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention (ETR Associates)
Learn how to build your skills in communication, refusal, negotiation, relationship building, and how to reduce your risk of sexual assault.
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