Some teens experiment sexually with friends to practice and learn about sex. Sometimes, it just feels more comfortable. That makes sense, since you already have a history, trust and friendship. 

Problems can crop up when two friends have different expectations of the relationship after they have sex. One person might think having sex moves the relationship into the “love” category. The other one wants to keep things just as they were. If that happens, someone is sure to get hurt.

That’s why it’s important to talk about the decision to have sex with your friend, before you do it. Make sure you both want the same things and are really ready to handle the complications—and responsibilities—that often come with sex.