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Emily Bashforth

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England, Nord-Pas-de-Calais
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How Killing Eve's disappointing finale missed the mark

How Killing Eve's disappointing finale missed the mark

Refinery29 UK — Throughout its rising and dwindling fanbase over the years, one thing is for sure: Killing Eve ushered in a new kind of violent, bold and unapologetic portrayal of female sexuality. From the get-go, Villanelle was the kind of lesbian representation I had dreamed of (obviously minus the assassinations): fearless and self-assured, her desires were never toned down to be soft, sexless or appease a heterosexual audience.
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The LGBTQ+ club scene is in crisis - can anything be done to save it?

The LGBTQ+ club scene is in crisis - can anything be done to save it?

Metro (UK) — From Heaven's underground playground vibe to Bloc South's electric atmosphere, LGBTQ+ venues have been providing solace for queer folk since long before Born This Way by Lady Gaga was a gay anthem. Reports from as early as the 17th century record the existence of bars and clubs that catered to openly gay people in several European locations, including London and Cannes.
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Strictly same-sex pairings have everything man-woman ones have to offer

Strictly same-sex pairings have everything man-woman ones have to offer

Metro (UK) — I started dancing when I was two years old. Well, if you can call twirling around until dizzy and falling over 'dancing'. As I got older, I became part of an all-girls dance group and it was nothing but joy each time we danced together.
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Meet the trans folk who found acceptance after embracing their surgery scars

Meet the trans folk who found acceptance after embracing their surgery scars

LGBTQ Nation — While having surgery is not a requirement of being transgender and not everyone medically transitions (perhaps out of choice, due to financial situations, or other reasons), undergoing surgical procedures can be a big step in some trans folks' transitions.
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Meet the parents being absolutely awesome allies to their LGBTQ kids

Meet the parents being absolutely awesome allies to their LGBTQ kids

LGBTQ Nation — While loving and accepting your child for who they are is simply part of the fundamentals of parenting, it's important to highlight and appreciate the parents going above and beyond to be allies to their LGBTQ kids and the wider community.
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I Wish This 'Heartstopper' Storyline Had Existed When I Was A Teenager

I Wish This 'Heartstopper' Storyline Had Existed When I Was A Teenager

Refinery29 UK — My first encounter with onscreen lesbian representation was Sophie and Sian's kiss in Coronation Street. I was only 9 years old at the time but I vividly remember how it made national news - not just after it happened but weeks earlier, as if to prepare the country for something obscene.
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Gentleman Jack joins the long list of queer TV shows that deserved better

Gentleman Jack joins the long list of queer TV shows that deserved better

Metro (UK) — Gentleman Jack was adored by millions of people worldwide and that'll never change, but seeing queer content constantly disrespected like this is so tiring.
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Rebel Wilson's hand was forced in coming out to the world - I feel her pain

Rebel Wilson's hand was forced in coming out to the world - I feel her pain

Metro (UK) — For LGBTQ+ people, being outed against our will can be one of the most terrifying things. So when it happened to Rebel Wilson last week, I felt all of her pain. Except hers happened on a global scale.
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A message for the Love Island boys: Women who kiss women are not your porn

A message for the Love Island boys: Women who kiss women are not your porn

Metro (UK) — It wasn't too long ago that the Love Island bosses branded LGBTQ+ people a 'logistical difficulty', suggesting a series with queer couples would not be possible. Sadly, watching the contestants this year isn't giving me much hope that overall attitudes towards lesbian relationships are changing,either.
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Princess Diana's bulimia in Spencer plays into harmful eating disorder tropes we don't need

Princess Diana's bulimia in Spencer plays into harmful eating disorder tropes we don't need

The i Paper — Princess Diana struggled with bulimia. That is widely known. She spoke publicly about her eating disorder before her death and how bulimia is a "disease" that is inflicted upon oneself "because your self-esteem is at a low ebb, and you don't think you're worthy or valuable."
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8 LGBTQ+ role models who spoke their truth about living with an eating disorder

8 LGBTQ+ role models who spoke their truth about living with an eating disorder

PinkNews — Mental health struggles are increasingly common among the LGBTQ+ community - and eating disorders are no exception. Studies have shown that young LGBTQ+ people are three times more likely to suffer from an eating disorder. Beat, a UK charity supporting those affected by eating orders, says there are many reasons for this.
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This is how eating disorders affected five gay men - and what they want you to know

This is how eating disorders affected five gay men - and what they want you to know

PinkNews — It's a simple fact that LGBT+ people are at high risk of developing eating disorders. A Stonewall study found one in eight LGBT+ people experience an eating disorder and, according to a Beat survey, 37 per cent of LGB respondents wouldn't feel confident seeking help.
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We Need to Stop Romanticising Eating Disorders - Inspire the Mind

We Need to Stop Romanticising Eating Disorders - Inspire the Mind

inspirethemind.org — I wish my eating disorder was romantic like many films and TV shows paint them out to be. I wish my eating disorder was jolly and funny like Cassie's in , who would offer tips to her friends on how to not eat and remain bubbly and outgoing in the face of her struggles.
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How do you maintain recovery from an eating disorder, even when it gets boring? - Inspire the Min...

How do you maintain recovery from an eating disorder, even when it gets boring? - Inspire the Min...

inspirethemind.org — When we talk about recovery from an eating disorder, we usually focus on the ups and downs. The euphoric highs and the crushing lows. What we seldom acknowledge, however, is the mundanity.
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How Embracing My Period Became Key To Recovering From An Eating Disorder

How Embracing My Period Became Key To Recovering From An Eating Disorder

Bustle — Trigger warning: This article speaks in detail about living with an eating disorder, as do many of its outbound links. As many people who've experienced an eating disorder will tell you, recovery is a lifelong process. There's no miracle cure or lightbulb moment - it's a journey that teaches you something new every day.
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My illness made me an activist, but now I'm exhausted

My illness made me an activist, but now I'm exhausted

The Wellcome Collection Podcast — Emily Bashforth's illness made her an advocate for fellow sufferers but she's battling burnout. She feels constant pressure to campaign for better support and services, at the same time as managing her own recovery from anorexia. Here she argues why we all need to be mental health activists, not just those with lived experience.
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The pressure to be thin as a non-binary person

The pressure to be thin as a non-binary person

LGBTQ Nation — Unrealistic beauty standards are pervasive in all areas of society. However, non-binary people face unique pressures to look a certain way in order to be accepted. Restrictive ideals surrounding androgyny and thinness often leave trans, non-binary and gender nonconforming folk feeling invalidated and uncomfortable within their identity.
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Dispelling common myths about HIV and AIDS

Dispelling common myths about HIV and AIDS

Patient — Despite the progress that has been made in managing HIV, there are still pervasive misconceptions surrounding the virus and AIDS. It's really important these harmful ideas be dismantled to encourage people to get tested and to ensure those who are HIV-positive can access quality care.
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Can you live a long, healthy life with HIV?

Can you live a long, healthy life with HIV?

Patient — An HIV diagnosis was once renowned as a death sentence. However, advances in scientific research and medicine mean it is now possible to manage HIV on a daily basis without passing it on to others. In fact, it was only in 2019 when the oldest known person with HIV died.
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How to bind your chest safely

How to bind your chest safely

Patient — Chest binding is a practice used by LGBTQ+ people to reduce the appearance of a 'feminine' chest by flattening the breasts. Binding is shown to have positive effects on the mental health of people struggling with gender dysphoria (a sense of unease due to a mismatch between biological sex and true gender identity).
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LGBTQ+ people share their personal conversion therapy stories

LGBTQ+ people share their personal conversion therapy stories

Patient — Stonewall says that 7% of LGBTQ+ people have been offered or undergone conversion therapy. In this feature, we will meet three LGBTQ+ people who have experienced this, as they share their conversion therapy stories and challenges in rebuilding their lives.
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