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Talking about sex can be uncomfortable. It’s ok! We want you to learn so you can make healthy best choices! We don’t know the experiences or preferences of everyone in the room, so it is very important to be respectful.

So, what is sex?

What is sexual orientation?

What are your sexual health rights as a teen in Minnesota? Minor Consent Law: people under 18 can consent to their own health care services in emergency situations & regarding reproductive/sexual health – Birth control & condoms – STI testing & treatment – Pregnancy testing & counseling – Need parent’s consent for abortions unless obtain judicial bypass – All clinics in MN follow this law, including your school clinic!

STI = STD

STI trivia!

What is the most common symptom of a Sexually Transmitted Infection? No symptom!

STI Symptoms can include… unusual discharge from the penis, vagina or anus pain during sex or urination sores, blisters, ulcers, warts or rashes in the genital area itchiness or irritation in the genital area persistent diarrhea fever or flu-like symptoms abnormal or unusual vaginal bleeding, especially after having sex pain in the scrotum or testicles lumps and bumps on the genitals

Name a sexual activity that can put someone at risk of getting an STI. All partner sex where there is contact with skin and/or fluids

Which type of STI can be cured: viral or bacterial? Bacterial Bacterial STIs:Viral STIs: GonorrheaHerpes ChlamydiaHIV SyphilisHPV Hepatitis B

When should people get tested for STIs? With each new sexual partner If you have symptoms If your partner has symptoms If your partner is diagnosed with an STI At least once a year if sexually active At the advice of your medical professional

Gonorrhea and Chlamydia are 2 of the most common STIs for teens in MN. What is the test for these infections? Urine test

How common is it for teens to have an STI? 1 in 4

What is the chance a female who has penis-vagina sex will become pregnant if she doesn’t use birth control? 85% chance of becoming pregnant within a year

What are the most effective forms of birth control? Implant & IUD

What are some other methods?

Congrats!

How can you ask a partner about…. Boundaries/comfort levels/consent? STI & pregnancy (if applicable) protection methods? STI testing? What could happen if you don’t talk about sex? When could you talk about it?

STI Risk Factors Unprotected sex History of STIs Multiple partners Abusing alcohol &/or drugs

Reducing Risk Choose low-risk activities Only having sex with 1 person Get tested Get partner(s) tested Get HPV & Hepatitis A & B vaccines Use barrier methods consistently & correctly

Condoms: Pros & Cons

Condoms As commonly used, condoms work about 82% of the time in preventing pregnancy (98% of the time with perfect use) – Need a back up method for penis in vagina sex Type/size/material/texture/flavor/lubrication Allergies to latex or lube– do a skin test! Where to get them

How to use a condom

Inside condom (Female condom) How to use For which acts Where to get them

Dental dams How to use For which acts Where to get them Alternatives – Cutting a condom – Non-microwave safe saran wrap

How to Make a Dental Dam Using a Condom

Lube! How to use Increases condom effectiveness! Flavors Water- or silicone-based with a condom, NOT oil-based Look at ingredients– sugars like glucose can cause yeast infections

Get tested At least once a year if sexually active– talk to your doctor to determine how often Symptoms– self or partner Urine vs. blood School Based Clinic Other clinics

How can the clinic can help you be healthy? Nurse Health Educators Condoms Birth control STI tests STI treatment (medication for yourself and/or your partner) Pregnancy test Pregnancy counseling Referrals You consent to these services!

Any more questions? Thank you!