Abstinence is not having any type of sexual intercourse. Some people define abstinence as having no sexual activity of any kind. Practicing abstinence is a personal choice that some people may make for a range of reasons, including spiritual reasons, because they are not ready for sex, or because they want to focus on a priority, like school or an extracurricular activity. Let’s explore what practicing abstinence looks like in a romantic relationship.

HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. HIV is the virus that causes AIDS. HIV is considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI) because it can be transmitted through certain sexual behaviours. This means that HIV cannot be spread through behaviours like shaking hands, hugging, or kissing.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are transmitted through sexual activity with someone who already has an STI. Some STIs are fairly common, some STIs can be cured and others cannot.

If you think you are pregnant Finding out you are pregnant can bring lots of joy, but it can also bring lots of other emotions. People may feel surprised, upset or even confused. This may be the case if they were not planning on getting pregnant or if they got pregnant quicker than expected. These emotions are okay. It’s normal for people to be unsure about the future, especially if this is the first time. Understanding the possible signs of pregnancy, knowing how pregnancy tests work, and learning where to get trusted information and support can help people make informed decisions.

How you think about what your body looks like is called body image. Sometimes how we think about our bodies can be influenced negatively by what we see in the media and our interactions with other people. Images and representation of the “perfect” body type can make us believe that our own bodies are not acceptable and beautiful.

Being connected to your family, friends, and everyone else on social media can be fun! But sometimes social media can make us feel stressed, sad, jealous, and lonely. Let’s explore some tips for staying mentally healthy while using social media. 📝Sorting activity: Sort the following to “Healthy” or “Unhealthy”. 👍 Healthy 👎 Unhealthy