Question

supporting others in making healthy sexual choices
nicole and anthony have been together for about six
months. nicole has decided she wants to remain
abstinent until she gets married. anthony has not vowed
to stay abstinent, but he supports nicoles decision and
does not pressure her to have sexual intercourse.
recently though, anthony has been hinting to nicole that
they should engage in other sexual activities. nicole is
considering this because she would still maintain her
virginity. she also believes it might make their
relationship stronger.
gina is a friend of nicoles. what advice should gina
give nicole? check all that apply.
you can still contract stds even if youre not
engaging in sexual intercourse.
is this something youve discussed with anthony
and are ready to do?
anthony wont respect you if you dont eventually
have sex with him.
if you think its a good idea, go for it.
being abstinent means avoiding all sexual
activities, not just sex.

Explanation:

• "You can still contract STDs even if you're not engaging in sexual intercourse." is correct as some STDs (like herpes) can be transmitted through non - penetrative sexual activities.
• "Is this something you've discussed with Anthony and are ready to do?" is good advice as communication is key in a relationship regarding such decisions.
• "Being abstinent means avoiding all sexual activities, not just sex." is correct as abstinence typically refers to refraining from all sexual activities, not just vaginal intercourse.

Answer:

"You can still contract STDs even if you're not engaging in sexual intercourse.", "Is this something you've discussed with Anthony and are ready to do?", "Being abstinent means avoiding all sexual activities, not just sex."