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Sex and
Consequences
This lesson addresses the fact that sexually active young people today are
experiencing the largest burden of new STDs each year. There are over 20
significant STD/STIs and roughly half are viral and are not curable with
antibiotics. Students will review various infections and diseases and understand
that both males and females have the potential for life-long consequences from
STDs/STIs, but girls are more at risk for long-term consequences due to the
anatomy of their reproductive system. An activity using a sponge and dirt help
demonstrate this fact.
The class explores the fact that for sexually active students, the risk of contracting
disease goes beyond the number of partners one has had. The exponential spread
of disease/infection is demonstrated through the accompanying Risk Exposure
Poster depicting how exacerbated the actual risk is when a partner’s past exposure
is revealed.
Condom effectiveness is reviewed for HIV and several additional STDs/STIs.
An activity using water, food coloring and bleach that helps students visualize the
fact that the decisions they make today can influence tomorrow’s outcomes.
Cost: $38.00
Includes Risk Exposure Poster (to be mailed - shipping is included)
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