Teens & Sex: Myths and Facts

Have you ever heard that you can't get pregnant after having unprotected sex if you drink a gallon of Kool-Aid, if you drink Hot Malta, or if you do 200 jumping jacks? There are lots of myths about sex, pregnancy, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like these. Some of them may seem very logical, but don't take your chances. Get the facts from reliable sources like parents, teachers, and health professionals.

Here are some reliable resources on the web for information about sex, teen pregnancy, and STIs:

• The Massachusetts Department of Public Health and AIDS Action’s Maria Talks
• The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy’s Stay Teen
• Planned Parenthood’s Teen Talk