No matter what anyone says, if you want to take control of your sexual and reproductive health, you have every right to do so! As a teen you have the right to confidential, affordable:
- Birth Control, including Emergency Contraception
- Prevention, Testing and Treatment for STDs
- Pregnancy Testing and Prenatal Care
- Abortion Services
- Mental Health Services
If you have questions about any of these services, but don’t know who to talk to, a great way to start is to have a discussion with a local clinician. Not only can clinicians help you get the care you need, but they will make sure everything is confidential to protect your privacy.
And if you aren’t ready to talk to someone yet, a great way to protect yourself is with knowledge! Teensource.org has info on all the available forms of birth control, how to find free condoms, how to put a condom on, and everything you need to know about STDs..