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Grade 7 Topic 5

Grade 7 Topic 5. Abstinence. What does abstinence mean?. How can people show affection without having sexual intercourse?. Why do people postpone sexual involvement?. Fear of pregnancy Fear of STI (including HIV / AIDS) Family expectations Fear of cancer Other forms of affection

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Grade 7 Topic 5

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  1. Grade 7 Topic 5 Abstinence

  2. What does abstinence mean?

  3. How can people show affection without having sexual intercourse?

  4. Why do people postpone sexual involvement? • Fear of pregnancy • Fear of STI (including HIV / AIDS) • Family expectations • Fear of cancer • Other forms of affection • Religious values • Not ready • Not the right person • Waiting for a life partner

  5. What are the advantages of abstinence? Freedom from… • Pregnancy • Sexually transmitted infections • Bother and side effects of birth control • The pressure to marry before you are ready • Abortion decision • Adoption issue • Being used • Guilt, doubt, disappointment, worry, rejection • Loss of reputation • Ruining your future

  6. What are the advantages of abstinence? Freedom to… • Develop friendships • Enjoy being a teenager • Be in control of your life • Focus energy on establishing and realizing life goals • Experience fuller communication in dating relationships • Develop respect for self • Develop unselfish sensitivity to others • Resist temptation • Understand sex • Plan your future

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