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Sex & Pregnancy (16 found)
Note: These stories are from Represent and its sister publication, YCteen, which is written by New York City public high school students.
A reprint from Rise magazine, this is an interview with the author of a report on policies that would help parenting foster teens and their babies thrive. (full text)
Facing an unplanned pregnancy at 16, the writer realizes she’s not ready to be a mother and opts for an abortion. (full text)
The knowledge of sex that Nadishia gathered in her early teens has helped her make the right choices for herself. (full text)
The writer has unprotected sex with his girlfriend. She becomes pregnant, has the baby, and cuts off all contact with the writer, who is devastated by guilt and anger. (full text)
When the condom breaks during sex, the writer panics. But her boyfriend tells her about the morning after pill, which prevents pregnancy. Also: Emergency contraception explained. (full text)
Hande writes about mixed messages girls get about sex: “We’re either made fun if we’re virgins, or if we have sex, we risk getting labeled a slut.” (full text)
Teens write about their concerns and fears about President-elect Trump. (full text)
One way to know you’re ready for sex is that you’re able to have a conversation before you’re in the heat of the moment. Here, tips on how to do that. (full text)
Kelly breaks down a study showing that, when girls outnumber guys in HS, girls compete for guys and are more willing to have sex rather than hold out for a relationship. Her advice to girls: don't play into the trend. (full text)
Discovering that her peers are misinformed about birth control pills, Sherilyn gets the facts from Evelyn Intondi, associate vice president of clinical services at Planned Parenthood. (full text)
In this Sex Ed column, Ravyn considers a study showing that many New York City teens have had same-sex partners. (full text)
Virginia Vitzthum answers teens' questions in the second installment of Sex Ed's Q&A (full text)
To prevent unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases, New York City distributes free condoms, including in many high schools. This article debunks the urban legend that the condoms are less reliable than those bought in stores. (full text)
Two YCteen writers give their take on the sexting phenomenon, the practice of sending naked photos of yourself to your boyfriend or girlfriend via the internet. (full text)
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