Understanding Abstinence: Student Worksheet

What does abstinence mean?

• Avoiding school activities

• Choosing not to have sex

• Not talking about relationships

• Avoiding friendships

Which of the following is a reason a teen might choose abstinence?

• To get attention

• To avoid conversations

• Due to personal, emotional, or health beliefs

• Because everyone else is doing it

What is a health benefit of abstinence?

• Improves eyesight

• Prevents sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

• Cures allergies

• Prevents weight gain

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of abstinence?

• Emotional clarity

• Focus on personal goals

• Reduced peer pressure

• Guaranteed popularity

How does abstinence support emotional strength?

• By encouraging peer pressure

• By avoiding emotional stress from early sexual activity

• By avoiding friends

• By skipping school

What can help teens stay committed to abstinence?

• Ignoring boundaries

• Risky situations

• Supportive friends

• Being dishonest

What should teens do to prepare for conversations about abstinence?

• Avoid discussing it

• Practice setting boundaries

• Wait until pressured

• Stay silent

How can abstinence help teens grow personally?

• By removing responsibilities

• By encouraging risky behavior

• By giving them time to focus on their goals

• By isolating them

Who can teens talk to about abstinence and relationships?

• Strangers

• Friends only

• Trusted adults, friends, or health professionals

• No one

What does the example of Kayla show?

• Peer pressure is easy to ignore

• Boundaries are not necessary

• Open communication can lead to respect

• Teens shouldn't date