Having sex is a decision that requires careful thought. Careful thought and alcohol/drugs do not go together, no matter how clear-headed you think you may be when you take them.

Keeping a clear head.

5 great reasons not to mix sex, drugs and alcohol:

• When you have sex under the influence, you’re less likely to protect yourself by using a condom.
• When you have sex under the influence, you’re more likely to get pregnant or get an STD.
• When you have sex under the influence, you’re more likely to go further than you had planned.
• When you have sex under the influence, you’re more likely to regret what you did.
• When you have sex under the influence, you are more vulnerable to being physically hurt or being forced to do something sexually you didn’t want to do.

If you had unprotected sex while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you could have been exposed to an STD. Click here to find a local clinic to get tested.

If you or a friend has a problem with alcohol or drugs, you can find help here.