Sex can be a sensitive topic for young people. Ideologies about
sex vary greatly from person to person. Those in happy, healthy
relationships may decide to have sex with their partners - this is
not necessarily a bad thing provided that they are informed and
take the right precautions in terms of use of contraceptives and
preventing sexually transmitted infections.
In some situations, individuals may find themselves coerced or
abused into performing sexual favours by the person they trust.
Sexual assault is illegal and its effects on the victim can be
adverse. Such effects include: physical and emotional trauma,
anxiety, loss of confidence and trust in others, as well as
depression.
Thinking about having sex for the first time
Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information that you should consider
before you make the decision to have sex for the first time.
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Using condoms
Fact sheet
Factsheet on the male and female condoms and how they are to be
used to prevent against sexually transmissable infections.
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The Pill
Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information about the different types
of Pills and when and how they should be taken.
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The diaphragm
Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information on the diaphragm, how they
work and the advantages and disadvantages of using them.
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Emergency contraception
Fact sheet
This fact sheet gives information on the use of emergency
contraception. It explains what it is, how it works and how to use
it.
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