“There is so much pressure to be popular and to have sex. You soon realize it's not worth it.”
—Christina, 14, MI
FAQs about Love & Relationships
- Lots of people talk about good communication, but what does that mean?
- What is love? Is it the same as lust?
- What is intimacy?
- Am I too young to fall in love?
- How do you know when it’s love?
- Does having sex mean I'll fall in love?
- What happens the morning after? Will we get closer? Or will I feel like I just made a big mistake?
- I'm a gay teen and I'd like to meet other gay teens. Where can I do that?
- Is it OK to have sex with a friend?
- My partner and I had sex, but now I’m not sure I want to keep having sex. Is it OK to say no?
- I’m not dating anyone right now and like it that way. Is that OK?
- I want to be intimate with my partner, but I don't want to have sex. Is this possible?
- All my boyfriend wants is sex, and I consider myself a little too young. How can I tell him that I don't want to have sex without embarrassing him and hurting the relationship?
- How do I say “No” to my partner?
- I’ve been going out with someone for a long time, but lately I’m not really interested anymore. How do I know if I should end it?
- I’m 15 and going out with a guy who’s 20. What is the big deal?
- I have a crush... well, we fooled around and we're both guys. Am I gay?
- I am interested in dating this guy, but he is much older than I am. What should I do?
- I'm a gay male. I like my best (straight) friend. How do I tell him? Should I tell him?
- How do I ask a partner to use a condom?
- What if my partner doesn't want to use condoms?
- I'm a transguy. I've been hanging out with a girl I like--but she doesn't know that I'm trans. What should I do?
- How do I tell my partner I have an STD?
- How can you tell if someone might become abusive in a relationship?
- What does it mean to be "abusive"?
- What is abuse?
- My boyfriend is pressuring me to try ecstasy while we're having sex. What should I do? What should I say?
- My parents are very uptight about dating. How can I convince them I'm ready?
- What does it mean to be a “player?”
- Do I have to tell my boyfriend if I choose to have an abortion? What rights does the guy have?
- My girlfriend just broke up with me. I’m really mad, but mostly I’m very hurt. What can I do?
- What do parents say about sex ed?
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