Life Kit How to have the STIs conversation
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Mar 21, 2023 Dr. Evalene Dacker, a family physician specializing in sexual health education, shares her expertise on discussing STIs and the importance of open dialogue about sexuality. She breaks down the complexities of STIs, highlighting the distinctions between bacterial and viral infections. The conversation includes practical strategies for navigating discussions around sexual health with potential partners, promoting safety and boundaries. Dr. Dacker also introduces the STARS framework to help foster informed, proactive conversations in relationships.
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Abstinence-Only Education
- Marielle Segarra recalls a high school assembly with an abstinence-only sex educator.
- The educator compared premarital sex to Russian roulette and warned of inevitable STIs with multiple partners.
Emotional STIs
- Dr. Dacker highlights shame, guilt, and fear as the worst STIs.
- These emotional burdens, linked to societal stigma, can be more damaging than physical infections.
Minimizing STI Risks
- Minimize STI risks through communication, testing, barriers, and vaccines.
- These tools empower individuals to engage in safer sexual practices.