The causes are often complex and unclear, and straddle the line between the physical and the psychological. The symptoms and long-term effects do, too. SELF: What was it like when you first discovered that something wasnt right? Courtesy of Savannah Magruder That was when I experienced sharp pain (the tampon had expanded while inside me). I knew a couple other girls who felt uncomfortable usingtamponsso it wasn’t a huge deal to me....

“The gentleman said to me, ‘What has Kelsey been doing for the past seven years? What were her interests? What were her hobbies?'” Courtesy of Kathleen Errico She died at the hands of the drug at her family home in Haverhill, Massachusetts. She had been sober for almost 10 months. Her struggle left Errico with little to tell the funeral home about her daughter’s life recently. Truly, it had been a fight....

Let the fashion games begin.Coachella2016 is off to a supremely stylish start. From crocheted maxis (looking good, Kendall Jenner!) to strapless midis (adorbs, Emily Ratajkowski! ), here’s what they wore for weekend one. And PS: Don’t forget to take a closer look atthe best hair and makeup transformations. __ Originally by Sophia Chabbott,Glamour More From Glamour:

Sometimes, though, breakthrough bleeding may be a sign of a medical issue that requires evaluation and treatment. In any case, here are some of the most common breakthrough bleeding causes that people experience. They might give you an idea of whats up before you go in to see the doctor. Megan Madden / Refinery29 for Getty Images You recently started a new birth control pill. Spotting can also occur when you switch from a brand name to a generic, Dr....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Manyperiodeuphemisms don’t do an adequate job of summing up how annoying menstruation can be. Gregory Lee / Getty Images Aunt Flo’s in town? It’s always nice when family visits. Surfing the crimson wave? Actually sounds fun, if water sports are your thing. And unfortunately, for many people they’re just a fact of life untilmenopausehits....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. This article originally appeared in the May 2016 issue of SELF. Nail art can be a fun way to express your individuality and creativity. Currently, the trend is veering from cat caricatures and diamond designs to a more minimal approach. Here manicurist Natalie Pavloski creates six subtle manicures that will still grab your attention....

Both strength training andcardio workoutscan be created to be low-impact. Whats more,anyexerciser can benefit from a low-impact workout, no matter their fitness level. to take a bit of a breather. Katie Thompson Are low-impact workouts effective? What are good low-impact exercises? Are jumping jacks low impact? Kelsey McClellan Traditional jumping jacks are not low impacttheyre considered high-impact moves since youre jumping your feet out. That said, as we mentioned above, youcanmake jumping jacks low impact....

Telling your partner about your pastsexlife can be both exhilarating and excruciating. First up, Caroline K., 30, and her boyfriend Chuck B., 31. They started dating in their late 20s and have opposite instincts about just how forthcoming they should be. (c) Lise Gagne Caroline:We’d both dated other people before. I’d had morerelationshipsGod, I guess five serious boyfriends if you include high school. Caroline:I’m a really curious person, especially when it comes to people I love....

Strong, toned arms and shoulders can make you feel like a total badasswhether you’re nailing those burpees during bootcamp or showing off your results in a racerback tank. Time to get lifting, pulsing, and pushing, ladies: These seven arm-shaking moves are totally worth the burn. Rolling Push-Up Courtesy ofLauren Williams, head coach atTone House, a sports performance gym in New York City Supergirl Soar Courtesy ofJulie Bobek, creator of the All About You: Arms class at Reebok Sports Club/NY in NYC...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. You’re not alone. Jonathan Knowles / Getty Images Plus, the blood-sugar crash that follows can also be to blame. Blood-sugar crashes can also encourage your brain to reach for foods that provide quick bursts of energy (e.g. “They take longer to digest and therefore, we do not feel hungry in an hour....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Concert-goers unleash their free-spirited style with floral-printed dresses and western-inspired accessories. Michael Kovac / Getty Even if you’re not attending, you might still get into the groove with amazing bohemian fashion looks. Just take your cues from the celebrity attendees. These hip looks will surely inspire your weekend style....

Steve Granitz / Getty Jennifer Lawrence is welcoming spring’s bright weather with an even brighter look. On Tuesday the star stepped out for CinemaCon 2016 with silvery blonde strands. This icy hair hue is definitely the edgiest color weve ever seen on Lawrence. 2016 Steve Granitz The actress first debuted a noticeably lighter platinum blonde transformation on the set of her upcoming filmPassengers. The romantic space movie required her to get the futuristic makeover....

I talk about it, I write about it, and I laugh about it. When I applied to college, OCD was the topic of my personal essay. (Yeah, I wrote that essay in 2010 and its already ridiculously dated. Netflix once sentDVDsthrough themail. Those were dark times.) I dont talk about my OCD with anything even approaching sincerity. I handle most of my problems through a thick veneer of sarcasm and mockery....