Sexual behaviors & Disease
A variety of factors make a difference in how
likely it is that a person will be exposed to a sexually transmitted disease
(STD). These factors can be categorized as partner variables, susceptible
person variables, and sex act variables. Explain how can you or someone you
know reduce exposure to STDs besides the obvious like using condoms?
Another way you can reduce exposure is by being competent when you are engaging in sexual activity. This makes sure you can talk to your partner about serious topics like STD's before it is too late. Another obvious is to simply not have as many partners.
ReplyDeleteKeeping exposure to STD's low should be a high priority of everyone. It would be a good idea to be open with your partner about your sexual past and any previous exposure to STD's. Letting your partner know if you have ever had exposure to a disease or infection is an important part of keeping your exposure risk down. Another thing to keep in mind is that sleeping around will knock your exposure up significantly. If you are at that level with someone, that is definitely something that should be talked about and taken seriously by all parties.
ReplyDeleteI think that educating each other is an important factor in the prevention of STD's. Its useful to be able to communicate with your partner about their sexual past. Its also helpful to be able to have open conversations about STD's and learning preventable practices in order to ensure the safety of both of the people involved.
ReplyDeleteYou or someone you know could reduce exposure to STDs by choosing to not engage in sexual activity while under the influence in addition to ensuring there is communication between you and your partner. Engaging in sexually activity while under the influence greatly increases your risk of catching an STD because you are not capable of making rational decisions. Being open and keeping the line of communication is important because being aware will help reduce exposure to STDs.
ReplyDeleteHaving knowledge about STDs and knowing ways to prevent them should be extremely important to everyone. Besides the obvious like using condoms, you should know the history of the person that you are sexually active with. They should know your history as well so that you know if its safe to have sex with him/her. You need to be comfortable enough with the person that you are sexually active with to ask these kinds of questions so that your health is not in jeopardy. Furthermore, sleeping around will cause a greater chance of STDs, so I would try to limit the amount of people that you are with. Lastly, always be honest with your partner. Lying could lead to someone getting an STD.
ReplyDeleteThe first thing you could do is talking to your partner about their past and their exposures to STDs. If they have had a history with many people or a past experience with a STD at least you know what you're getting into before you do it. Also making sure you don't engage in sexual acts while under the influence because one you are under the influence things you wouldn't normally do you do then. The main thing is being honest and having communication with the partners you are with.
ReplyDeletei think choosing one's sexual partner and taking responsibility for themselves is very important. Making sure one's sexual partner doesn't have any history of sexually transmitted disease and lessen the number of partners can prevent people from getting it. another thing that can prevent people from getting sexually transmitted disease it is to have safe sexual intercourse. for example having the idea of sex with someone we don't know won't be a big deal, etc. this might all result to the exposure of STD.
ReplyDeletePeople can reduce their exposure to STDs by talking to their sexual partner about their past and have you and your partner both get tested before engaging in sex. Another way to avoid STDs is to not be a whore and avoid having sex with anything you see on this campus.
ReplyDeleteYou can reduce exposure to STDs by not engaging in sexual activity, but if you choose too or have a partner in which you trust and feel comfortable to engage in sexual activity with than be open and honest about your sexual past and possible exposure. Be mindful about who you are sharing that experience with and if you do not feel comfortable talking about your past with that person, then think twice about what your doing with them. If you are sexually active, get tested at least every 6 months and know your limits when consuming alcohol to prevent unwanted and unsafe sexual activity while under the influence.
ReplyDeletePerhaps the most important factor in avoiding STDs is probably the choice people make in their sexual partners. If one is aware and making good decisions, in addition to condom use, there is a low chance of contracting an STD. Risky behavior like sleeping around with a bunch of strangers would probably not be recommended, but taking an oath of celibacy is certainly not being called for. Moderation is probably the best way.
ReplyDeleteStaying with a partner who is confirmed free of STDs/STIs for a long period of time would be a great way to still enjoy sex whilst staying safe. If that isn't possible, then complete and total abstinence is always a safe bet.
ReplyDeleteAlthough condoms are the go to option to prevent STDs, there are a few other methods that can be used. Such as: asking your partner whether they have an STD, not sleeping around with strangers, and testing yourself and your partner for STDs before engaging in intercourse.
ReplyDeleteI think that a very important, honest, and adult conversation should always occur before sexual contact with another person. How ridiculous it must sound that you should have a conversation about the safety of even kissing a person! STD's are spread in so many ways and not just intercourse. You should be speaking with the partners in your life about their sexual history and if they have had any STD's in the past or been tested. If they are even suspicious that they might have been exposed, it is important that both parties focus on the risks. Herpes can be spread by mouth, but only if there are open sores. What if your partner has HIV, that can transferred by blood, semen, vaginal secretions, and even breast milk. It is important that we talk with everyone that we are coming in contact with because we are all responsible for what we are spreading or receiving from another person.
ReplyDeleteI think i good way to reduce the exposure of STD is talk to your partner about there past life. If they are truthful to you and tell you everything that happened and they got tested for everything it would be okay to engage to sexual intercourse. Don't sleep around with strangers because it only takes one time.
ReplyDeleteReducing your exposure to STDs and being safe is always important and can be maintained by doing things like simply wearing a condom of course, but also communicate with that person. If you don't trust them and they won't wear a condom, don't engage in sexual activity. It only takes one person you engage in sexual activity with to give it to you and you never want to take that chance.
ReplyDeleteI think that educating people is an important factor in the prevention of STD's. It is always important to talk to your partner about their sexual past if they ever had an STD or not. Do not sleep around with strangers, test yourself, and your partner for STDs before engaging in intercourse. It only takes one person that you engage in sexual intercourse with to give it to you. So I suggest before you have sex think about the outcomes and consequences. Remember to always have safe sex.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, educating each other how important factor in the prevention of STD’s. Also, they need to know each person’s history. What’s more important, they should keep fixed partners. If they find uncomfortable for their body, they should let the parents know.
ReplyDeleteFinding someone they truly care about, that they can open ask those kinds of questions to their partner, or stop meeting sexual partners in risky places like parties.
ReplyDeleteWhile many people don't always want a relationship it is a smart idea to have one sexual partner at a time. This opens up doors for honesty and trust other than sleeping with someone who may not care about your health. I would also recommend to get tested if you are nervous, better safe than sorry. Many STDs go without any symptoms and you or your partner could be carrying a STD and putting not only yourself but others in danger by not being educated about your own body.
ReplyDeletea simple way to reduce the risk of exposure to such things is by asking, if you are comfortable enough to be doing something like this with someone they will most likely be completely honest with you if you ask these questions. if you are seriously concerned about whether or not you might come into contact with such a disease you could ask for your partners sexual history and ask if they've ever gotten tested.
ReplyDeleteSome ways to reduce exposure to STD's are to not sleep around. I know people like having the ability to sleep with whoever they want whenever they want. This attitude is a huge problem. You don't know how careful those people are that you are sleeping with or if they have an STD but the symptoms aren't showing. I know for HIV it takes 6 weeks before you can even be diagnosed let alone have symptoms present.
ReplyDeleteAs you start exploring your sexuality then it is also important you become aware of the consequences of not taking the proper precautions. That being said, it is up to you to ask all partners who you encounter to get tested. The fact that your body and health are on the line is reason enough to not trust just words but to have evidence sustaining them. Craving sex and having various partners is not going to increase your chances of getting an STD. My cousin had sex for the first time and ended up getting AIDS. Take your body seriously, and ask before you decide to have sex.
ReplyDeletePreventing STD's is quite simple. Nowadays, there are a million and one different ways you can engage in SAFE sexual activity. Contraceptives are made for such things and should be taken advantage of. Never drink to the point where you can't give consent to anyone or anything. Also be your body's number one look out. Always be aware of what you're doing and when you are you can make good decisions like using protection to avoid such things like STD's.
ReplyDeleteOne way to prevent STD's is to limit sexual partners. Make sure you know the person before you engage in sexual activity. This way you can talk to partner before hand about STD's and previous sexual activity. Having both you and your partner tested before hand is another option.
ReplyDeleteTo prevent STD's people need to trust their partners. Hooking up with people at parties when they are incapable of making good decisions is a terrible idea. Only by knowing your partners medical history can you avoid STD's.
ReplyDeleteYou can avoid STD's by knowing who your with. Or being open with partner and telling them medical history. Also don't hook up with random strangers.
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