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There is a wide variation in student choice whether or not to be sexually active.
Relationships can be challenging:
Sources: American College Health Association. American College Health Association-National College Health Assessment: Arizona State University Spring 2019. Baltimore: American College Health Association; Spring 2019 (n=2,096).
The World Health Organization defines sexual health as a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence.
Source: World Health Organization Health Topics: Sexual Health.
Healthy sexuality is linked to emotional, social, cultural and physical aspects of wellness. It encompasses values, attitudes, feelings, interactions and behaviors. Those who have a good understanding and desire for sexual wellness will be more likely to approach sexual interactions and relationships in a consensual, respectful and informed way.
Adapted with permission from: Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States. (2004). Guidelines for Comprehensive Sexuality Education, 3rd Edition https://siecus.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Guidelines-CSE.pdf pp 16-17.
Are you sexually active, or do you plan to be sexually active someday? If so, it is important that you take time to enhance your knowledge and skills.
Consent is:
Keep in mind that alcohol makes it difficult to communicate about sexual intentions. Alcohol makes it difficult to interpret someone else’s intentions and to clearly communicate your own intentions.
Identify your sexual wellness strengths and areas you would like to improve. Rate yourself on the following sexual wellness characteristics using this scale:
1 = Never
2 = Rarely
3 = Sometimes
4 = Often
5 = Almost always
During the past 12 months, how often did you:
Adapted with permission from: Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States. (2004). Guidelines for Comprehensive Sexuality Education, 3rd Edition https://siecus.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Guidelines-CSE.pdfpp 16-17.
You can help a friend by:
Stay tuned. New activities will be posted in Fall 2019.
The sexual health assessment is a useful tool to assist you in determining how you can stay safe in your intimate relationships. The questionnaire takes less than 3 minutes to complete, and provides you with a score that determines your risk of sexually transmitted infection (STIs). Participation in this survey is completely anonymous.
ASU Health Services provides STI testing to students.
Sexually transmitted infections are infections that are passed from one partner to another during any form of sexual activity. Some infections have symptoms while others may not. If you are sexually active, it is recommended you get tested and know your status.
Testing can be scheduled with a provider to answer your questions and determine which tests best meet your needs or performed on a walk-in basis (without first meeting with a healthcare provider).
Walk-in testing is available at ASU Health Services locations for the following tests:
For more information on STI causes, symptoms, and treatment options, please visit the patient portal or contact ASU Health Services provider at 480-965-3349.