1. Learning About Sexually Transmitted Diseases Lesson 4
Drawing the Line
Learning About
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Lesson 4

2. Ground Rules To create a safe environment: Do not use put downs.
Be sensitive to others.
You have the right to privacy/confidentiality.
Use correct terminology.
Do not divulge private information.
There are no dumb questions.
Talk to your parents for more information.

3. Introduction STDs = Sexually Transmitted Diseases
This lesson will review STDs and explore the possible consequences of contracting an STD.
You will receive information on sexual health resources and STD testing.
STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) refer to the exact same diseases as STDs.

4. Class Activity: “What Do You Know?”
This activity allows you to share information that you already know about STDs:
Each of the 8 posters has a question about STDs.
Each group will rotate to 4 posters, so your group should not provide all of the answers to each of the questions.
When completed, we will review each poster, make corrections using the “STD Facts for Teens” brochure, and add any additional information.

5. Questions Which STDs have you heard of? How are STDs transmitted?
What are some possible symptoms?
How do you prevent infection?
Why aren’t some teens worried about STDs?
Why should teens be concerned?
What should you do if you get an STD?
What are some local resources?

6. Questions Which STDs have you heard of? Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis
Trichomoniasis
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

7. Questions How are STDs transmitted? Direct Contact
Infected skin, sores, blisters or warts around genitals, mouth or anus
During anal, oral or vaginal contact
Exchange of infected body fluid
Infected blood, semen, pre-ejaculate fluid or vaginal fluid
Infected mother to fetus
Before or during birth
During breastfeeding

8. Questions What are possible symptoms of STDs?
Most common is NO symptoms
Itching or burning in genitals
Unusual discharge from penis, vagina or rectum
Burning when urinating
Blisters or sores on genitals
Pain during intercourse
Abnormal bleeding
Abdominal pain

9. Questions How do you prevent infection with STDs? Abstinence
Avoid anal, oral and vaginal contact.
Avoid exchange of blood, semen, pre-ejaculate and vaginal fluid.
Use of condoms
Latex or polyurethane condoms used correctly and consistently prevent STDs that are passed through body fluids.
Get tested.
Know your health status.
Know the health status of your partner.
Only have sex with uninfected partners.
Don’t share needles.

10. Questions Why do you think some teens may not be worried about STDs?
They don’t think they will get infected.
They think their partners are “clean.”
They trust their partners.
They think STDs aren’t a big deal because they’re curable.
They only have oral sex.
They only have sex with one partner.
They only have sex with people they know.
They don’t have sex.

11. Questions Why should teens be concerned about STDs?
One out of four sexually active teens will get an STD this year.
Viral STDs are incurable (HSV, HBV, HIV, HPV); you may have symptoms for life.
Some STDs have a lasting impact on health.
Can lead to ectopic pregnancies and infertility
HPV can cause cervical cancer in females
Creates problems during pregnancy including birth defects
Compromises your immune system and increases the risk for HIV
You will have to tell future partners about your STD.

12. Questions What should you do if you get infected with an STD?
Get tested to confirm your status.
Follow treatment guidelines/take medication.
Notify all sex partners.
Abstain from anal, oral and vaginal contact until symptoms are gone.
Use condoms for protection.
Decide to abstain from sex in the future.
Decide to only have sex with one uninfected partner as part of a long-term relationship.

13. Questions What are some local resources for information about STDs?
Planned Parenthood
Family Health Center of San Diego
San Ysidro Health Center
Logan Heights Teen Health Center
Linda Vista Health Center
County of San Diego Health and Human Services Complex
Text hookup to ; text clinic and your zip code to find a free clinic near you.

14. STDs: Key Facts STDs are more common than people think.
STDs are easily transmitted from an infected person to their partner:
Through oral, vaginal or anal sex
Exchanging blood, semen, pre-ejaculate or vaginal fluid
Through direct contact with a sore
Most STDs have no signs or symptoms.
Health consequences can be serious if untreated.
STDs increase the risk for HIV.
STDs are preventable!

15. You will receive a card that explains the CA Minor Consent Laws.
Summary
Abstinence is the only 100% effective method for prevention transmission of HIV and STDs.
For those who are sexually active, latex condoms used correctly and consistently can reduce transmission of HIV and many STDs.
In California, anyone 12 years or older can receive confidential STD testing and treatment without parental consent or notification.
Students can arrange with the School Nurse to be released during school hours to attend confidential medical appointments.
You will receive a card that explains the CA Minor Consent Laws.