Recently at the SexTech conference, one of the speakers discussed how it is easier for people to have sex than to talk about sex. And it really got me thinking, why is this true? With all of the information and resources that are available, why are so many still people contracting STDs? Is it because people don’t know what resources are available to them? Are people not getting tested? Or is it because people aren’t talking to their partners?

Watch "16 and Pregnant" on MTV

Catch "16 and Pregnant", a show about teen pregnancy. The show debuts on MTV on Thursday, June 11 at 10 pm EST. This series documents the true stories of pregnant teens, taking a close look inside their lives by following them around for 5-7 months as they face the challenges that come with being a young parent and dealing with relationships, finance, school and other new responsibilities.

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