*Once you put something online, you give up control *Do not share passwords *Do not trust someone you only met online

Ever sent a text to the wrong person? In Albany, GA a man on probation sent this text to his probation officer. He is in jail for 2 years for possession of cocaine and violating his parole.

HOT SPOTS Consider the situations as promoting/supporting abstinence or promoting sexual intimacy.  Along the walls you see signs: "TOO HOT TO HANDLE" "IT'S GETTING WARM IN HERE" "KEEP YOUR COOL" The signs represent a continuum. I am going to give out random situations place your card at the appropriate place.

Where do you draw the line? Smiles Flirting Boyfriend / Girlfriend Holding Hands Arms around each other Kissing

Setting Personal Boundaries Avoid Risky Situations Communicate Effectively Try to maintain the relationship UNLESS the person is being disrespectful of you Have a Plan B

Do you think everyone’s “line” will be drawn at the same place? WHO should decide where YOU draw your line? What happens if you and your boy/girlfriend don’t draw your line at the same place?

Saying “NO” Say “no” and repeat as necessary. Suggest alternatives. Can we go somewhere else? Can we include others? BE ASSERTIVE / watch your body language Use a firm voice Make eye contact Be confident Stand up straight Have a serious expression Maintain the relationship when appropriate. (It’s not always appropriate.)

Remember, sometimes YOU will be the one hearing “no.” We need to accept “no” as well as we say “no.”

Who Supports your decision? *Parents *Youth leaders *Teachers, counselors, nurses *Peers who respect your decisions *Faith leaders *Extended family Report incidences to adults when assistance is needed!

GRAB BAG RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH EARLY AND UNPROTECTED SEXUAL INTERCOURSE. ASK FOR VOLUNTEERS TO DRAW A RISK, DECIDE IF IT SUGGESTS A PERSONAL, HEALTH, OR RELATIONSHIP REASON TO AVOID SEXUAL IINVOLVEMENT AND EXPLAIN WHY THIS IS A RISK THEY ARE NOT WILLIING TO TAKE IN THEIR LIFE.