Peer Health Talks - PHT

1: HIV PrEP is only for gay males.

2: People only need to take the PrEP pill before they’re exposed to HIV.

3: There’s no need to use condoms when taking HIV PrEP.

4: The PrEP pill is too expensive.

5: PrEP has severe side effects.

6: PrEP can make someone resistant to HIV medications if they do become infected with HIV.

7: PrEP can be used in emergencies after a potential exposure to HIV has already occurred.

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What does a relationship look like?

(5 Essentials to Having a Healthy Relationship)
1. Communication
You’ve definitely heard the very cliché “communication is key.” But here’s the thing – it’s a cliché for a reason. Good communication is one of the most important aspects to having a healthy relationship. When starting a new relationship, it’s important to be able to talk about what you both want and expect.

2. Respect
Listening to your partner (like actually listening, not just waiting to speak) and trying to understand their perspective is a key way to show respect in your relationship. Even if you disagree on the next POTUS or if you’re Team Kimye and they’re Team Taylor, respect your partner’s choices and opinions.

3. Boundaries
We all have personal boundaries on what makes us feel good, comfortable, safe, etc. In a healthy relationship, you should feel 100% comfortable communicating those boundaries and know that they will be respected (and vice versa for your partner).

4. Trust
This is a big one. All healthy relationships require mutual and unguarded trust between partners. Regardless of what either partner has experienced in the past, like a cheating ex or a parent’s divorce, in a healthy relationship your partner will trust you completely.

5. Support
One of the best things about being in a healthy relationship is having a supportive partner who you know has your back. Whether it’s sticking up for you when someone says something mean about you, or always being that rock you can rely on, in a healthy relationship you and your partner will support each other and treat each other as equals. Your partner won’t use tactics to manipulate you, control you or put you down. They will be protective of you, but not overly possessive.

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What do you know about unhealthy relationships?

Six (6) ways to know if you’re in an unhealthy relationship
1. You have unresolved issues

2. You’re afraid to speak up

3. You feel unsafe (in any way)

4. You’ve drastically changed

5. Nearly all of your friends and family disapprove

6. You feel manipulated or controlled

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THE FACT ABOUT SEXUAL CONSENT
Giving consent is when you agree to take part in any s*xual activity.

Consent is an ongoing process – you might agree to s*x earlier on and then change your mind – everyone has the right to do this.

Giving and getting consent may feel a bit awkward but ultimately s*x is about communication and should be a positive and pleasurable experience.

The legal age to have s*x in your country may be different depending on your gender and/or your s*xuality.

Any s*xual contact without consent is wrong and illegal whatever the age of the people involved.

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NOTE THAT:
Taking part in any kind of s*xual activity with someone else should involve giving and getting agreement. This is also known as s*xual consent.

Consent requires a clear and enthusiastic yes. If someone seems unsure, stays silent, doesn’t respond, or says “maybe,” that isn’t consent.

You should always ask for consent and give consent every time you have s*x.

You always have a right to say no to any form of s*x or s*xual activity – it doesn’t matter who the other person is, what your relationship is, what you’ve done with them or others in the past. It is the same whether you’re having s*x for the first time with someone, or if you’re in a long-term relationship.

Consent is an ongoing process – you might agree to s*x earlier on and then change your mind – you might agree to one type of s*xual activity but not to another – everyone has the right to do this.

Giving your consent and getting your partner’s consent may feel a bit awkward but ultimately s*x is about communication and can and should be a positive and pleasurable experience when it’s based on mutual consent.

You should not assume that your partner will want to have s*x just because you’ve had s*x in the past. Similarly, if you feel pressured to have s*x or feel too afraid to say no – that’s not OK, and may be a sign of an unhealthy relationship.

S*x is only one aspect of a good relationship and having s*x is not proof of love or guarantee fidelity. If your partner doesn’t want to have s*x remember that they are saying no to s*x, not to you.

What do you think about relationships between people of very different ages?

The Truth Is:
Going out with an older man – or woman – might mean you get presents and taken out to nice places, but remember:

They may expect, or demand, things in return that you don’t want to give, like s*x.

They’re likely to want to be in control, so it may be hard to have your say on using condoms.

It’s more likely that they could be living with HIV. If you can’t agree on protection like condoms you could be putting yourself at risk of HIV infection and other s*xually transmitted infections (STIs).

They may be dating/having s*x with other people your age at the same time, increasing the risk of passing on STIs.

You may feel you’re ready, but their expectations could be very different from yours.

Just because some of your friends are dating older men or women, you should still decide what’s right for you.

SEXUALITY: AM I GAY, LE***AN OR BISEXUAL?

THE KEY FACTS ARE:

It’s natural to enjoy and explore your s*xual feelings whatever your s*xuality.

You may want to tell people about your s*xuality (‘come out’ to them) or to keep your feelings private.

If you decide to explore your s*xuality through s*x, make sure you understand how to prevent HIV, other s*xually transmitted infections (STIs), and unplanned pregnancy.

Some people use words like ‘gay’, ‘bi’ or ‘queer’ to help define their s*xuality; others prefer to avoid labels altogether. Either is fine, it’s up to you.

You’re not alone. There is a lot of support out there to help you understand your s*xuality and how to deal with other people’s reactions to it.

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