Strategies for sexual wellness
What are some reliable strategies and practices for protecting against STIs?
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Talking to your partner about getting tested
Stay healthy and build trust with your sexual partner(s) by talking about safer sex.
It may seem difficult or awkward at first, but communicating about barriers, STI testing, and what type(s) of sex you want to engage in are part of being a sexually active person. Over time these conversations can feel empowering and even sexy!
The following resources provide some great tips and language you can use. Try some out and see what works for you!
Resources for starting conversations with your partner(s) about using protection:
- Teen Healthcare: The Condom Conversation
Resources for starting conversations with your partner(s) about getting tested:
- Planned Parenthood: How do I talk with my partner about STD testing?
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Conversation Tips
- Teens Health: Talking to your partner about STDs
- Smart Sex Resource: Sex Talk (STIs)
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