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Becoming a teenager means you will have lots of questions about what is normal and what is not and you might want explanations for the way you sometimes feel.

Thinking Of Going All The Way? Know Your Facts!

Most people don’t have sex until they’re over 16
Research shows that those who have had sex under the age of 16 are more likely to regret it and less likely to use contraception
Unprotected sex is always risky as it could lead to unplanned pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections
Sex without a condom is seriously risky; always use a condom
There are 13 methods of contraception including the pill for you to choose from
Some sexually transmitted infections, particularly chlamydia, have no symptoms
You can’t tell by looking who has an STI, but fewer partners = less risk of getting an STI

Contraception Services/Familiy Planning Clinics

If you’ve had unprotected sex, had a condom split or forgotten your regular method of contraception then you may be at risk of an unplanned pregnancy. You can access free emergency contraception if you’re under 18 at several pharmacies in Torbay - contact the numbers below for further advice. Remember that it must be taken within 72 hours and the sooner the better (if it’s over 72 hours a local Family Planning Clinic may still be able to help). It’s always a good idea to give the chemist a call before you go to make sure that the trained pharmacist is available.

For advice on sex, relationships and contraception contact the following:

GUM Clinic Torbay Hospital: 01803 655140
Castle Circus Health Centre: 01803 295153
Brook : 0800 0185 023 – for information and advice for young people under 25 on all aspects of sexual health.
RU Thinking : 0800 28 29 30- for information, advice and guidance on relationships, sex and contraception for 15-18 year olds.