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We got busted in his parent's house. Now they're asking us to do something ridiculous.
Slate • • health
Key Points:
- A couple was caught having sex at the boyfriend's parents' house when his younger brother accidentally opened the door, leading to family tension and restrictions on them sharing a room during future visits.
- The columnist advises that the parents' reaction is excessive since the couple lives together and having sex is expected; the boyfriend should apologize but also assert their adult autonomy.
- Regarding a foot fetish question, the columnist clarifies that plantar warts on feet cannot transmit genital warts due to different HPV strains, but recommends treating the warts to prevent spreading them to the partner's feet.
- On the topic of transmitting colds through kissing, evidence suggests the risk is low; more common transmission occurs through hand contact and touching contaminated surfaces, and frequent colds may warrant medical evaluation.
- The advice column encourages readers to submit questions anonymously and share their own experiences or advice for future responses.
