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 Peer
Pressure comes from all areas of society…through
advertisements in magazines and television, movies,
songs, books and even friends. These commercials and
advertisements place you in a fantasy where you are
a "star." They even show you living a certain
way with lots of money, partying and hanging out with
a lot of your so-called friends. They may also show
what it's like to be caught up in a "glamorous"
life of drugs, alcohol and tobacco. Then sex, which
you may or may not be ready for right now, becomes a
major issue. There is always a chance of contracting
an STD or even getting pregnant. Instead of getting
caught in an unpleasant situation, educate yourself
so that you can make the right choices.
Many teens are having sex because they think:
- It makes me popular
- I'm a part of the in-crowd
- I need it to be a man/be
a woman
- Everybody's doing it
- Sex is fun
- If it feels good, do it
If you are going to have sex, be responsible by using
a method of contraception and communicating with your
partner. Think about every decision you have to make
in your life. Don't let anyone pressure you into doing
something you're not ready to do. Take responsibility
for your actions.
Be cool and safe. Educate yourself and others!
Visit a Title X clinic
location near you for more information.
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Just for Teens
Am I Ready
to Have Sex?
Fast Facts
 Understanding
Peer Pressure
Healthy
and Unhealthy Relationships
Communication
Teen
Sexuality
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