Hi ash1976,
Thank you for your post today, and a big welcome to the forum.
It sounds as though you're really struggling with your fear of contracting the HIV virus, and feel as though you don't have enough information about what consitutes as safe sexual activity (or not), and you feel as though you're also lacking in up to date information on how one might contract the HIV virus generally speaking.
We have a question for you ash1976 - have you got a GP? If you do, we suggest you make an appointment to discuss sexual health and HIV risks with your GP, and allieviate any concerns you may have whilst also gaining an appropriate, accurate and non-judgemental education on the subject. If you don't, please do contact a local general practice and book in appointment with one of their doctors for a talk and general health appointment.
This is important ash1976 - as appropriate and throrough understanding the mechanics of sex and sexual health is an ongoing and life long concern for most sexually active adults and it's important to keep ourselves up to date where possible.
Headspace have some great resources on their website - have a look at their
understanding sex and sexual health page here for more information as well.
If you feel as though you need to talk to someone about your anxiety ash1976, please don't hesitate to call us and speak with one of our trained counsellors about how your anxiety is affecting your life and to receive some brief counselling support around this. Our lines are open 24/7 and you can call on 1300 22 4636.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Kind regards,
Sophie M
