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The Healthy Relationships section addresses questions concerning interpersonal communication, romantic relationships, abuse, and more.

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I would like there to be a box for Barnard students who have been raped or physically abused to submit letters they have written about their experiences. The letters could be used as an informal “report” to Security to counteract the idea that no rapes occur at Barnard. Rapes do occur here, and something should be done about it. I know several students who have been raped and who would participate. It would serve to bring more awareness to the campus. (4/04)

All the dykes I know at Barnard are always talking about wanting to get laid, yet none of us is getting any! How can we effectively address this problem? (5/01)

My boyfriend can’t (shall we say "get it up") perform. What can I do help him with this unfortunate problem? (1/99)

I’ve been having sex with my boyfriend for over a year, but because of religious reasons (I have recently become a Born-Again Christian) I want to stop. I love my boyfriend but not only is he an atheist, he is also very into our sex life. I know he loves me, but is it unfair of me to ask this of him? Should I even pursue this relationship? And am I silly to think I can once again be a "sort of" virgin? (12/98)

My roommate is driving me crazy! She is a total slob, and is always leaving her stuff all over the room, including on my bed and chair. I try to keep my side of the room neat, but she doesn’t seem to get the message. She also borrows my clothes without asking, and returns them with stains. Her friends are always hanging out in our room. Sometimes I can’t even sit at my own desk, because her friends are taking up all the space! I haven’t said anything to her yet. I’m just too mad. Besides, I’m afraid she won’t like me anymore if I say something to her. Help! (12/97)

I would like there to be a box for Barnard students who have been raped or physically abused to submit letters they have written about their experiences. The letters could be used as an informal "report" to Security to counteract the idea that no rapes occur at Barnard. Rapes do occur here, and something should be done about it. I know several students who have been raped and who would participate. It would serve to bring more awareness to the campus. (11/97)

I think I was in an abusive relationship. Nobody, none of my friends knew how bad it was, although I always got comments. He really hurt me; more than my body, he hurt my heart. He calls and apologizes for his behavior often. It’s always hard for me to put my foot down and say "no" to getting back together. I find myself asking, "What did I do wrong?" or maybe I deserved it. How can I lift my self esteem to kick him out for good? How can I get over the feelings he instilled in me? (10/97)

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