STDs

It only takes one sexual encounter to get an STD.

• True

• False

Why is it important to use protection during sex?

• To prevent your parents from punishing you.

• To make yourself more attractive to others.

• To keep your heart from getting broken.

• To protect yourself and others from STDs.

How do STDs get spread?

• from coughing and sneezing

• from drink fountains

• through sexual contact

• from toilet seats

What is the MAIN danger of mixing alcohol, drugs, and sex?

• You could embarrass yourself in front of your friends.

• You could get in a lot of trouble with your parents.

• You could get very sick and even die.

• You could become disorientated and get lost.

Why is it important to talk about sex with your parents?

• so you can learn how your parents feel about your partner

• so you can learn how dangerous sex is

• so you can become better educated about sex

• so you will learn what punishments you will get for having sex

What should you do if you feel you must have sex with someone?

• Know as much about sex as you can and use protection.

• Try to avoid the person as much as possible.

• Discuss your feelings with your best friend.

• Suppress your feelings as much as possible.

What is the name for the feelings you get when you first meet someone you are attracted to?

• Love at first sight

• Intense physical attraction

• Intense love

• Confusion

How can an STD affect your life?

• It can make you more attractive to the opposite sex.

• It can get you in a lot of trouble with your parents.

• It can make you very sick and may even kill you.

• It can help you get better grades in school.

What is the MOST risky sexual behavior?

• discussing your sexual behavior with friends

• choosing abstinence

• thinking you have fallen in love at first sight

• not using protection if you do have sex

How do most teens get information about sexually transmitted diseases (STDS)?

• from TV shows and movies

• from their parents

• from books and magazines

• from their friends