For many of us, digital technology has become a familiar part of how we navigate relationships and manage our wellbeing. Apps are often the default when it comes to dating, and when we need an STI test, we’re just as likely to go online as we are to visit a clinic.

But the recent rapid advances in AI are raising new questions about the future of sexual health and relationships. How do we make sense of what’s real and what’s not in a world of deepfakes and ChatGPT romances? To what extent are social media algorithms shaping public perceptions of contraception and reinforcing gender stereotypes? And how can AI be used effectively to improve sexual health services?

That’s why, for Sexual Health Week 2025, we’re logging on to explore how being Chronically Online is influencing our attitudes and behaviours around sex and relationships.

Throughout the week, we’ll look at how RSE can empower young people to think critically about the content they consume. We’ll explore how integrating digital and face-to-face sexual health services can help address health inequalities. And we’ll amplify the voices of those using their platforms to combat stigma and misinformation online.

For more information, please visit: https://www.brook.org.uk/shw/