By Alejandra Perez
RYSE Greeter/ Operations Assistant

Our actions effect everything in our life, why not ask yourself: "Am I ready for sex?" Here are some things that should run through your head before taking a leap and landing into a mess.

* Be aware that your relationships are healthy abuse is never OK in a relationship.
* People can hurt their partners verbally, emotionally, sexually, or physically.
* If you feel you are being treated badly, you probably are.
* Help is available!

Communictaion is key and staying healthy is a priority!

* In sexual or romantic relationships, we have responsibilities to our partners and to ourselves.
* Listen and be listened to
* Be fair and expect the same from your partner
* Consider our partners' needs and have ours considered
* Respect, support, and help yourself and your partner in any decision let it be responsible and wise.
* 2nd think of it, the 1st time should be special and sincere
* Most of all be safe!

Links to get more info:

* http://www.plannedparenthood.org/index.htm
* http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/
* http://www.sexetc.org/
* http://www.stayteen.org/
* http://www.iwannaknow.org/
* http://www.sexualityandu.ca/home_e.aspx
* http://www.yourbackline.org/index.html
* http://www.gaycenter.org/causesincommon
* http://www.nctequality.org/
* http://thetaskforce.org/
* http://www.thebody.com/
* http://www.brainpop.com/
* http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/

HOTLINES

* Planned Parenthood Hotline: (800) 230-PLAN (230-7526)
* The national domestic violence hotline :1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
* AIDS and STD's National Hotline 24 Hours: English 1(800) 342-2437 or Spanish 1(800) 344-7432
* RAINN : 800-656-HOPE
* Boys and Girls Town National Abuse Hotline: 800-448-3000
* Children of the night: 800-551-1300
* Teen line: 800-852-8336