Resources For Teen Girls
It’s important to provide girls with up to date information about sex while they are becoming more comfortable with their bodies.
Here are some sites to help THEM make THEIR OWN decisions.
Myths About Sex
There’s a lot of information about sex floating around the playground, locker room, and internet that’s just not true. Separate the facts from the myths!
Are Teens Having Less Sex Now?
There’s a lot of hype about teens having sex now more than ever, but it’s not necessarily true. This article talks about reasons some teens have chosen to abstain. Whether or not you fall under one of the categories given, know that your reasons and choice to become or not become sexually active are yours and yours alone.
7 Reasons Why Young People Are Having Less Sex
Wish You’d Waited Longer To Lose Your Virginity? You’re Not Alone
Girls Are Curious About Sex Too!
You’re normal There’s nothing to be ashamed about if you’re curious or fantasizing about s-e-x. Here are some great articles to calm your nerves…
The Development of Adolescent Sexuality
Teen Girls Are Just As Horny And Obsessed With Sex As Teen Boys
The Truth About Masturbation
Anyone who says “masturbation’s for boys” is either a liar or a fool. There’s nothing wrong with getting to know yourself intimately - especially when it helps determine your likes and dislikes for your future partner.
Masturbation’s Brief and Rigorous History
Facts and Myths About Masturbation
How Common Is Masturbation Really
Masturbation: Do Boys Do it More and Better Than Girls?
Talk To Your Partner
Sex isn’t just about physical thrills. If you’re interested in becoming active, it’s important to have an open dialogue with your partner before you get down. Talking now, can make the act less awkward later.
All About Communication: Talking To Your Partner About Sex
Social Media Stalkers
Tired of that psycho trolling you on Twitter? Here’s how to block ‘em.
Birth Control Options
Planned Parenthood is the best resource to discuss birth control options, however this site is useful if you’re looking for additional information.
Drugwatch is a site that offers trustworthy information on the risks of certain prescription drugs and medical devices. If people need legal help, they connect them with experienced drug and device lawyers from national law firms. Drugwatch also provides details about the changes in women’s health as they go through dramatic mental and physical changes throughout their life. Learn more about the phases of change in the female reproductive system.
All-Options provides resources to look at available options if you become pregnant. Their hotline is open to listen and talk without bias, misinformation, or judgment.
How To Talk To Your Parents About Sex
“I can’t wait to talk to my parent/teen about sex!” said no teen/parent ever. Still, it’s important to have open lines of communication from the beginning. Questions as well as “what if” scenarios are imperative in establishing healthy boundaries and expectations.
Should I Talk To My Parents About Sex?
How Do I Talk To My Parents About Sex?
Sexuality: Talking To Your Parents About Sex
How To Have The Talk With Your Mom (or Dad)
5 Ways To Make Talking To Your Parents About Sex Less Awkward
Should I Talk To My Parents? (Another View)
Experimenting With Your Sexuality
Sex isn’t always black and white. Experimentation within same-sex is normal too. Read about the truths in sexual exploration.
Experimentation In Early and Mid-Adolescence
Is It Normal To Experiment Sexually With Same Sex?
The Truth About Porn
Porn used to be limited to magazines and videos. One had to either have an adult supply the goods or take the risk by stealing them. Now, the internet has made accessibility and regulations so muddled, addiction’s have become a rising epidemic. Before delving into the dark underworld, read some of the risks.
Common Sense About The Effects of Pornography
Internet Porn Addiction: Why Is Free Porn So Irresistible
How Porn Teaches Men The Wrong Things In Bed
What Consuming Porn Has To Do With Bad Sex and Low Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse or Assault
No one deserves to be violated - ever. If you or someone you know has been taken advantage of contact RAINN. Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.
What Are Sexual Assault, Abuse and Rape?
It’s Never Your Fault: The Truth About Sexual Abuse
Myths and Facts About Sexual Assault and Consent
Reporting Sexual Assault to Police
How To Prove Sexual Assault Without Physical Evidence
Healing The Sexual Wounds for Sexual Abuse Survivors
Childhood Sexual Abuse: Sexual Recovery Is Possible
Why Don’t Victims of Sexual Harassment Come Forward Sooner?
The Truth About Pregnancy Resource Centers
Crisis pregnancy centers are popping up all over the country. Unfortunately, these organizations are taking advantage of women in their most vulnerable state. These groups have an entirely different agenda - despite the ones their advertisements claim.
Expose Fake Clinics (debunk Crisis Pregnancy Centers medical or accurate)
Planned Parenthood
When you’re ready to have sex, you should talk to your parents and contact your local gynecologist or family practitioner. However, sometimes neither are an option and finances aren’t readily available. Planned Parenthood is there to empower individuals to make independent, informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive lives. They provide information and health care, and promote public policies that make those services available to all. Planning is power.
Abortion
Contrary to seemingly popular belief, no woman I’ve ever known has thought getting an abortion would be fun, cool, or her favored birth control option. Still, many stigmas have been attached to those who support Pro-Choice and the Roe vs. Wade ruling to give women the right to determine what’s best for her body. Before jumping to conclusions or assuming a position on it, make sure you have get the facts.
Guttmacher Institute (up to date information for abortion, birth control, and reproductive rights in each state as well as internationally)
Abortion Pill Access (resources, consultation, and abortion care access)