Making Decisions about Sexual Health Grade 8 Jeans

Making Decisions about Sexual Health Grade 8

Jeans

Pregnancy Prevention POP QUIZ!

It is possible to become pregnant the first time a female has intercourse. TRUE

If a male under 15 years of age has sex, he will not make the female pregnant. FALSE

The male does not really have to be concerned about birth control. FALSE

Sperm can live 5 days in the female body. TRUE

It is possible for a female to become pregnant if she has intercourse during her period. TRUE

The birth control pill offers protection against some STIs. FALSE

It is important that the female take the pill at the same time every day. TRUE

A female should never use her friend’s birth control pills. TRUE

If a female stops taking the Pill she cannot get pregnant for 3 months. FALSE

The birth control patch is placed on the skin (like a Band-Aid) and releases hormones through the skin. TRUE

The Pill and the Patch both stop ovulation. TRUE

The condom is the only method of birth control that also offers protection against STIs. FALSE

Condoms should be stored in a cool dry place. TRUE

Condoms can be used up to one month past the expiry date. FALSE

Young couples find it easy to talk about what method of birth control they are going to use. FALSE

Birth control services are free and confidential at the Sexual Health Centre. TRUE

If someone is under 16 years of age, they need parental consent to buy birth control pills and condoms. FALSE

The Morning After Pill (Plan B) can be taken up to 5 days after unprotected intercourse. TRUE

Using alcohol and/or drugs can change a person’s sexual decision making ability. TRUE

A female always knows the safe time of her monthly cycle. FALSE

If a male pulls out in time (withdrawal), pregnancy is not likely to happen. FALSE

Abstinence is the only 100% effective way to avoid a STI or pregnancy. TRUE

Our Locations Phone: 905 -688 -3817 Or call toll free: 1 -800 -263 -5757 • Four Sexual Health Centres in Niagara • Provide free, non -judgmental, and confidential services • Aim to enhance the sexual health of our community St. Catharines Sexual Health Centre 277 Welland Avenue, St. Catharines Welland Sexual Health Centre 200 Division Street, Welland Niagara Falls Sexual Health Centre 5710 Kitchener Street, Niagara Falls Fort Erie Sexual Health Centre 1264 Garrison Road, Unit 12, Fort Erie Some of the confidential services offered are: • Birth Control Information • STI testing and treatment • Pregnancy testing • Birth Control at a lower cost (with doctor’s prescription) • Counselling for females and males • Plan B (emergency contraceptive pills) • Free Condoms