1. The Risks of STI’s
Chapter 25
Lesson 1

2. STD’s the Hidden Epidemic
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (_____)
A.K.A - Sexually Transmitted Infections (_____)
__________ ________ that spread from person to person through sexual intercourse
___________
Occurrences of diseases in which _____ ________ in the _______ _______ at the same time are affected
65 million people are living with an STD in the U.S.

3. STD’s the Hidden Epidemic
Many people with STD’s are ___________
Do ____ show ____ or symptoms
Typically do not get treatment because don’t know infected
Those who don’t know they’re infected _____ continue to _______

4. High Risk Behavior & STD’s
In the U.S. ______ make up ¼ of the estimated 15 million new cases of STD’s every year = more then _____ young people infected every _____
Why are teens at high risk for becoming infected with an STD?

5. High Risk Behaviors Being ________ ________ with more than one partner
Know your partners past
Engaging in __________ sex
Barrier protection is not _____ effective
___________ is the only method that is 100%
Selecting ______ risk partners
Those that have been sexually active with _____ than one person
_____ of injected _______ drugs
Using alcohol or other drugs
Lowers inhibitions
_______ of teens who engage in sexual activity have been under the influence of alcohol or other drugs

6. Consequences of STD’s
STD’s are __________ ________ that can dramatically change the course of a person’s life
Some STD’s are _______
Some STD’s ________ _______
Some STD’s can cause complications that affect the ability to _________
Some STD’s can be passed from an infected female to her child before, during, or after birth

7. Preventing STD’s through Abstinence
________ and _________ relationship
If you have sexual contact with an infected person you put yourself at risk of being infected with an STD
_________ ________ is the cause
An ______ is the effect
By practicing abstinence (the deliberate decision to avoid harmful behaviors, including sexual activity before marriage and the use of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs)

8. Use _______ Skills Say no in a ______ voice
______ ______ you are refusing
Suggest alternatives to the proposed activity
Back up your words with ______ _______
Leave if necessary
Choose friends who are abstinent & who ________ your decision to abstain

9. Common STI’s
Chapter 25
Lesson 2

10. Three Things to Take With You
______ own your body
______ are responsible for your decisions
______ are the only one who knows what decisions are right for YOU

11. Why Learn About STI’s?
Most STI’s are found in people between the ages of _______.
Even though the greatest number of cases of STI’s are found in people between the ages of 15 and 25, there are increasing numbers found in even younger ages, 14, even 13. This indicates sexual activity is taking place at even younger ages.
Knowing about the amount of risk involved in sexual activity (knowing the facts) can be a deterrent so a person never has to suffer with the symptoms. In other words, making an informed choice (choosing the safe/right behavior) is very important!

12. NOT Everyone Shows Symptoms!
That’s because not everyone shows symptoms! Some STI’s don’t have any symptoms or they are silent. Some people who have been exposed but show no symptoms., think that everything is okay, when it’s not! Can he/she pass the virus or bacteria (of an STI) to someone else? YES

13. STI Facts 5 things to know
How do you get it?
How do you know if you have it?
How can you prevent it?
Can it be cured?
What can happen if you don’t get treated?

14. 7 of the most common STI’s
Caused by ______ & ______ be treated if detected early
Gonorrhea
Chlamydia
Syphilis
Caused by a _____ & are _________
Medication to reduce symptoms
Genital Herpes
Genital Warts/HPV
Hepatitis B & C
HIV/AIDS

15. STI’s Are Transmitted Through…
Close body _______/skin to skin
Sexual _________: heterosexual & homosexual
Oral and anal sex
Mother to the _______
IV _____ _____
Any exchange of body fluids (i.e. blood, semen, vaginal fluids, breast milk)

16. Risks Associated with Oral Sex
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Chancroid
HSV
HPV

17. Prevention: Oral Sex Dental Dams Plastic Wrap
Condoms (even have flavors!)
ABSTINENCE—100% effective!

18. Prevention: Anal Sex Condom (male or female) ABSTINENCE—100%
Lubrication
ABSTINENCE—100%

19. Prevention: Vaginal Intercourse
Pregnancy
**Condom—86% to 99%
**ABSTINENCE—100%
Oral Contraception (The Pill)—92% to 99.7%
NuvaRing (The Ring)—up to 99.7%
Ortho Evra (The Patch)—up to 99.7%
Depo-Provera (The Shot)—97% to 99%
STI’s
**Condom
**ABSTINENCE—100%

20. Risky Situations _________ Marijuana & other Drugs
Prescription drug abuse
______ _______: everyone’s not doing it!

21. Signs of a Healthy Relationship
__________
Trust
Fairness
Equality
Communication

22. Questions to Ask YOURSELF
What are my sexual limits — am I clear with myself about what I will do and won't do?
What does my partner want? why?
Do we want the same thing?

23. More Questions Could I get hurt or hurt my partner?
Will this relationship be honest, equal, respectful, and responsible?
Am I prepared for any physical or emotional outcome?

24. Be Sure To: Know about the _______ _____ of ________
Know about under age sexual contact law
Be ________ with each other.
Treat each other with respect.
________ each other against physical and emotional harm.
Guard against unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
Know and respect each other's _________.
Accept _______________ for your actions!

25. Consequences of Sexual Activity:
Emotional
____________
Confusion
Anxiety
Worry
Fear
Physical
Pain
____________
STI

26. SHARED Responsibilities
________ ________
Emotional/Physical Consequences
Protecting your partner and yourself
Getting ________ check-ups and STI ___________

27. Lower Your Risks Masturbation Mutual Masturbation Body Rubbing
__________
Outercourse

28. Mission: Safer Choices
Be Honest With Yourself
________ _________ ________
Know Ways To Protect yourself & your partner from STIs & pregnancy
Know the Risks concerning multiple partners
***IMPORTANT: Keep ALL of your partners body fluids out of your body!
Mission: Accomplished!

29. Showing Affection and Love
______ and kisses
Holding hands
Candlelight dinner
Special gift
Poem
Card
Flowers
________ ________
Dancing/Singing
Massage
Watching a sunset or looking at the stars

30. What Are Safe Behaviors?
Not having sex - Abstinence
Maintain a __________ relationship
____ ______ of drugs, or IV drug use

31. Use a Condom... Every time… If you do choose to have sex
Remember, a condom can break, it’s not a 100% !
It only protects the area it covers.

32. If You Have Been Sexually Active, See a Healthcare Professional
You could have an STD and not know it
If you have an STD and it is not treated, you could . . .
pass it to someone else
develop serious health problems
Slide 62  If You Have Been Sexually Active, See a Healthcare Professional
Slide Prompt: Read Slide
Speaker Notes:
If you have had sex, you should see a healthcare professional. If you are unsure of where to go, your school nurse or counselor can help you.

33. Three Things to Take With You
_______ own your body
_______ are responsible for your decisions
_______ are the only one who knows what decisions are right for YOU

34. What About You? For more information contact: Calhoun County Health Dept. at 190 E. Michigan