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10 Things You Should Know About Adolescent Sex in 10 Minutes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10. Laura Lindberg, PhD. @LauraLindberg2. Access to sex information and services benefits young people. 1. Beware of Promiscuity Propaganda. 2. Adolescents are using more contraception more effectively.
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10 Things You Should Know About Adolescent Sex in 10 Minutes1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 • Laura Lindberg, PhD • @LauraLindberg2
Access to sex information and services benefits young people
Adolescents are using more contraception more effectively • Increases in: • Use of any method • Use of highly effective methods • LARCS – IUD and Implants • More consistent use • More correct use
Adolescent Pregnancy and Birth Rates at Historic Lows Pregnancy Rate Source: www.guttmacher.org/report/us-adolescent-pregnancy-trends-2013
Sex education must address the range of adolescents’ needs and experiences
Teen sex and sexuality reflects broader social norms and context
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