People often have difficulty talking openly about sexuality. As a result, individuals are at risk for unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease. Abstinence is the only fail-safe way to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and unintended pregnancy. Delayed onset of sexual activity, active parental involvement, fostering critical thinking skills and resilience in our children and, for those adolescents who choose to engage in sexual activity, ready access to family planning services, can protect teens and young adults and prepare them for healthy personal relationships. Additionally, correct and consistent use of latex condoms can help reduce HIV and STD transmission.
Teen pregnancy can carry serious consequences.
Teen mothers are less likely to get or stay married, less likely to complete high school or college, and are more likely to live in poverty and be dependent on public programs. Infants born to teen mothers, especially to mothers under 15 years old, are more likely to suffer from low birth weight, neonatal death, and sudden infant death syndrome. 2010 88.5 infections Adolescents and young adults are particularly vulnerable to STDs because they often experiment with potentially risky behavior. Chlamydia often occurs without symptoms. Screening, early diagnosis and treatment, and treatment of sex partners can reduce the chain of transmission of STDs.