The safest way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) -- like AIDS and herpes -- as well as unwanted pregnancies is not to have sex. This is called abstinence. Abstinence means you're not having sex at all right now. If you choose abstinence, you may face pressure from your friends and dates. You may think "everybody's doing it" except you. This is not true. Many teens choose abstinence as a way to protect themselves from disease and pregnancy, or because of their moral beliefs. Also, you can choose abstinence at any time -- even if you've had sex before.
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