Often there is pressure to have sex because that is what all your friends are doing. Young men are often made to feel 'wimpy' or un-masculine if they can't say they've had sex. With the changes in your body come sexual feelings. You will find you become more interested in sex and sometimes these feelings can be quite strong. Everyone's sexual feelings are different and the way you express them will depend on the type of relationship you are in and what you and your partner want.
Sexual activity is a very personal thing.
It should be based on understanding and respect for your partner as an expression of strong feelings or love you have for that person. It is important to listen to your partner and respect his or her wishes. If you are a man and woman having sex it is important to be aware of the possibility of pregnancy as well as infection from HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Many young people use condoms in the first stages of a relationship and then progress to using the pill only. Using the pill provides no protection against HIV or other infections.