Sexually transmitted infections (STIs).You may feel too young to have a baby at your age and want to wait to start a family.If you choose to have sex as a teenager or young adult, there are some risks. Talking to someone you trust (parents, counselor, teacher, pastor, family doctor).If you feel nervous and unsure, you’re probably not ready. One sign that you’re not ready is feeling pressured. Respect your partner’s feelings and beliefs. You should never pressure a partner to have sex. You should never say this to someone else. If someone wants to break up with you because you won’t have sex, then that person isn’t completely interested in your and isn’t worth it. Having sex to keep a partner doesn’t work in the long run. Your beliefs, values, and emotions also are important when deciding to have sex.ĭon’t let anyone tell you, “If you loved me, you would have sex with me.” Even if you really like the person, don’t fall for it. Your body isn’t the only thing you should listen to. Your body may give you signals that make you feel like you’re ready. If you have a friend or partner who abstains, give him or her your support.įiguring out when you’re ready to have sex can be hard. Others abstain to avoid pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Some people abstain because of religious or spiritual beliefs. A lot of young people make the choice to wait. This means you are choosing not to have sex. Do not share pictures, videos, or social media posts of yourself engaging in these activities.Ībstinence from sexual activity is okay. Masturbation and viewing pornography are also private. Sometimes, partners will pressure the other person to do this. You don’t have to share that kind of information with others.ĭon’t let others pressure you into sexting or taking sexually explicit photos of yourself. Don’t be pressured to engage in activities such as sexting and taking sexually explicit photos of yourself or others.ĭon’t assume that “everybody’s doing it.” Your friends might say they’re having sex. Having sex to fit in with others won’t make you feel cool or grown up. Nobody can tell you what to do with your body or when to do it.
Never give in to peer pressure about sexual activity or behavior. There are many things to consider before choosing to engage in sexual activity or behavior.
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