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BENEFITS OF ABSTINENCE

BENEFITS OF ABSTINENCE. BELLRINGER. What does abstinence mean? Define it in your own words. WHAT ARE SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES?. A conscious decision not to participate in sexual activity and the skills to support that decision.

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BENEFITS OF ABSTINENCE

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  1. BENEFITS OF ABSTINENCE

  2. BELLRINGER • What does abstinence mean? Define it in your own words.

  3. WHAT ARE SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES? A conscious decision not to participate in sexual activity and the skills to support that decision. Teen relationships should focus on emotional intimacy, not sexual intimacy. An infectious disease that is spread by sexual contact.

  4. SEXUAL CONTACT The intentional touching, either directly or through the clothing, of the genitalia, anus, groin, breast, inner thigh, or buttocks of any person with an intent to abuse, humiliate, harass, degrade, or arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person

  5. BELIEF VS. REALITY

  6. HEALTH BENEFITS OF ABSTINENCE Waiting until marriage will decrease the number of sexual partners you have in your lifetime • Decrease your risk of becoming infected with a sexually transmitted disease. • Do not risk becoming pregnant or becoming infected with a sexually transmitted disease. • The younger you are when you become sexually active , the more sexual partners you are likely to have.

  7. Emotional and Social Benefits of Abstinence • The freedom to pursue a variety of friendships • Less complicated relationships • The ability to focus on interpersonal aspects of relationships • Better relationships with parents and other trusted adults • Better reputation among peers • Avoiding being manipulated or used by others

  8. Emotional and Social Benefits of Abstinence • Staying true to your personal values, such as respect, honesty, and morality • Allowing time to develop the maturity needed to make important decisions • Having an increased sense of self-control and self respect • Being free from worry and stress about sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy

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