1. Abstinence

2. ABSTINENCE
Postponing (waiting for) sexual intercourse until you grow up, fall in love, and form a long-term faithful, loving relationship such as marriage.
Conscious decision not to participate in sexual activity and the skills to support that decision.
Abstinence is a responsible, healthy choice.

3. ABSTINENCE ONLY 100% Effective Method Advantages: No Pregnancy
Very Low Risk of Diseases
Able to focus on school, extracurricular activities
Accomplishing what you want
Low Chance of Poverty
Less Drama

4. Reasons to Wait Frees both people from guilt
Fits with personal values and standards
Preserves people’s health
Considers people’s emotional well-being
Postpones pregnancy until people are ready for the responsibility
Encourages people to fulfill future goals
Gives you more control of your life 4

5. ABSTINENCE
53% of students in grades 9-12 in 2007 reported that they never had sex. (54% teenage girls, 52% teenage boys)
57% Teenagers Abstain from Sex in Washoe County

6. ABSTINENCE Things That Will Influence You Peer Pressure
Alcohol & other drugs
Hormones
Media
Low Self-Esteem
Giving In Not To Lose Boy/Girl Friend
Revenge or Getting Away (Parents/Friends)
Giving into “I LOVE YOU!!”

7. ABSTINENCE-Alcohol 1 in 7-16 to 24 yr olds have had unprotected sex
1 in 5 have had sex that they regretted
1 in 10 have been unable to remember if they had sex the night before.
TALK ABOUT DECISION MAKING WHILE YOU ARE SOBER!

8. Saying “NO” You have the right to say NO
Others may not understand, but it is not your job to convince others that you are right
You do not have to have excuses, which can lead to arguments
You do not have to apologize

9. How to Say NO Look partner straight in the eye Keep voice steady
Make sure partner knows you are serious
A smile may indicate yes, even if you say no
Change the subject or activity
If these do not help, get out of the situation ASAP! 9

10. Form a Plan of Action Other people will have their own values
Communicating your values with your partner is helpful in reducing the chances of one partner pressuring the other partner
However, you should....
Prepare a plan before difficult situations occur
Then you will know what to do to get out of the situation safely
Practice what you would say if someone tries to pressure you 10