Young People and Sex

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Reviewed December 2011

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Title:   Contraception
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Many parents are worried about their teenagers' sexual well being and want to protect them from harm and unnecessary suffering.
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Living with adult children
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Today many young adults to remain in their parent's home longer or return after a period of independent living. This can put pressure on families.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Internet safety
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   The net can be a lot a lot of fun but young people using the internet need to be aware of the dangers, scams and rip-offs that are out there, and how to avoid them.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Girlfriends and boyfriends
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   We have many different relationships in our lives with friends at school, teachers, people we work with, our parents, brothers and sisters. This topic is about our more personal relationships with boyfriends and girlfriends.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Acne
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Acne includes mild to severe outbreaks of blackheads, pimples (zits) and cysts on the skin. Hormones associated with puberty are one trigger for teenage acne but adult acne, particularly among women, is also increasing. Acne treatments include a range of medications and cleansers can also help. Reducing stress and a low GI diet may help some people.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Partying safely - schoolies week
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Partying at schoolies week can be fun, but you need to be aware of the risks. These include accidents, robbery, violence and sexual assault. Think about where you will draw the line on sex, alcohol and drugs, try not to drink too much and agree with your friends to look out for each other.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Sex education - tips for parents
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Parents need to talk to children about sexual matters, but it can be difficult. Simple tips and a range of practical suggestions are available, which may help open the lines of communication. Sexuality education is an ongoing process - short and frequent conversations are better than the big, one-off talk.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   What is puberty?
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Apart from the first year of your lives, the most growing that you do happens during puberty.
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Puberty - boy changes, girl changes
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   As you begin to go through puberty you grow taller, stronger, heavier, hairier, smellier, moodier and you may get pimples!
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Coming out
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information on what people mean when they talk about 'coming out'.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Being Bisexual
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information on what it means to be bisexual.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Being lesbian
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information on what it means to be lesbian.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Being gay
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information on what it means to be 'gay'.
Date:   Apr 2011
Title:   Balanitis
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Balanitis is a health problem that only males get. The head of the penis becomes red and blotchy.
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Sex education - talking to teenagers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Young people need accurate information about sex and sexuality if they are to negotiate sexual relationships safely and responsibly. Sexuality education should cover a variety of topics, including the biology of sex and reproduction, relationships, sexuality, contraception and sexually transmissible infections (STIs). The most influential role models for a young person are their parents or carers.
Date:   Oct 2010
Title:   Teenage pregnancy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Fewer young people are giving birth now than in the 1970s. This is most likely due to improved sexuality education, availability of contraception and access to abortion. Young women have a higher complication rate during pregnancy and childbirth. Non-judgemental pregnancy counselling supports young women to make free, fully-informed decisions while considering all options.
Date:   Oct 2010
Title:   Alcohol - teenagers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Alcohol or booze is widely used by teenagers. 'Binge drinking', drink driving and unsafe sex can all result from the misuse of alcohol. Alcohol is responsible for most drug-related deaths in the teenage population.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Mixed feelings about having sex or a relationship
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information on gay and lesbian relationships.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Why do I feel attracted to people of my own sex?
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information on same sex attraction and stereotypes.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Telling people you're gay, lesbian, or bi
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   I think I have something to tell you . . . 10 things to consider before telling someone about your feelings and sexuality.
Date:   Sep 2010

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