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**FAQ:
TEENS**
Q:
What if your already pregnant and engaged and your on the verge of
getting married and you haven't been tested. How can I get tested to
see if I have an STD?
A: With the
prevalence of STD's, many times your obstetrician will have already
performed some of the tests.
At your next appointment, be very honest with your doctor, and ask
him if he has tested you for any sexually transmitted diseases. He
will guide you on the best course of action for you.
If you have not been to a doctor yet, make an appointment today. Your
health, and your baby's health depend on good prenatal care. If you
live in the Lebanon area, and do not know who to call, write me back
and I will give you a list of OB/GYN doctors you can call.
Q:
How do I say “NO” to someone who is pressuring me to go farther than I
want to?
A: It’s always wrong
for someone to pressure you!!! If it is someone you do not know
well, you can just say "No", "No thank you" or just leave. If it is
someone you know moderately well, you can say something like this: "I
really like hanging out with you, but I am not going to make out." If
it is someone you know really well, then you can say something like
this: "You are really important to me, but I have made a decision to
wait until I am married to have sex."
Q:
Abstinence seems kind of geeky, is it really OK to say no to sex until
marriage?
A:
More cool people are waiting until marriage for many reasons, here are
just two:
- Studies show that
couples who wait have healthier marriages, less divorce, better sex
than singles and more trust, caring and faithfulness. Sound good?
(Why Marriage Matters by Glen Stanton)
- They want to avoid
the possible results of sexual activity:
- STD’s (sexually
transmitted diseases): HIV/Aids, HPV (Genital Warts), Herpes,
Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis just to name a few
- Unplanned pregnancy:
Parenting, Adoption, Abortion
- Emotions: Feel used,
hurt, broken hearted, lonely, bad reputation, angry, depressed,
suicidal and many others. How about you?
Q:
What if I already had sex? Is it too late to start over?
A: It’s never too
late to make healthy choices. You are worth it!! (We know that
sounds cheesy, but it’s true! YOU ARE WORTH IT!) Deciding to start
over is the hardest part, but here are some tips to help you stick to
it:
- Make your decision
to start over and stick to it.
- Value yourself and
your decision.
- Avoid compromising
situations.
- Communicate your
standards to your friends.
- Find non-physical
ways to show you care.
- Find a keepsake as a
daily reminder of your decision.
Q:
How do I find support for my choice to wait until marriage to have
sex?
A:
Here are some steps to help you:
- Talk to your friends
and family about your decision
- Hang with people who
respect your choices
- Avoid drugs and
alcohol, they usually lead to risky behavior
- Your brain is a
sponge, consider carefully what & how much you're "absorbing" from
music, magazines, the internet, and movies
- Have your best
friend do this with you so you can talk and support each other along
the way.
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