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Tips for Teen Pregnancy Prevention

By SEX, ETC. Editors and National Correspondents

Teens shouldn�t rush into sex; they should think about what they may risk or gain by having it. They should know how to act responsibly in a sexual relationship. They shouldn�t feel pressured into having sex if they don�t want to.
�Claire Marchetta, 16, Staff Writer, Princeton, NJ

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SEX TALK: Language about sex changes all the time. Tell us what new slang terms you've heard and what they mean.
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Losing it at Proms: With prom season approaching, some say they are planning to lose their virginity at prom. What do you think?
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Q: What is an orgasm and how do I know if I�ve had one?
A: An orgasm is a strong, pleasurable feeling that is usually the peak of a sexual encounter.
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Do your parents talk to you about sex and using protection?

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May is Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month. Got any plans? If not, your first stop should be the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, which is set to connect you with activities in your area.
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