Sexual Health
Sex at BSU THE FACTS: 27% of BSU students have never had vaginal intercourse 68% of BSU students had 0-1 sexual partners in the last 12 months The average number of sexual partners is 3 for BSU males and 1.9 for BSU females 52% of BSU students use a condom or other protective barrier mostly or always during vaginal sex o 22.5% use a condom during anal sex o 4% use a protective barrier during oral sex Source: National College Health Assessment II: Ball State University, Spring 2013
Contraceptives
Contraceptives Method Information Where you can find # of Pregnancies per 100 Abstinence IUD (Intrauterine Device) Simply not having sexual contact. The safest way to prevent pregnancy and STI s. T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus and can last up to 12 years. Injection A birth control shot that lasts 3 months. Everywhere 0 Needs to be inserted by a doctor Prescription from a doctor 2-8 Less than 1 Pill Ring Male Condom An oral contraceptive taken daily to prevent pregnancy. A flexible ring that is self-inserted into the vagina monthly to prevent pregnancy. A latex barrier which covers the penis, used to prevent pregnancy and STI s. Prescription from a doctor 2-8 Prescription from a doctor 2-8 5 free daily from the Health Center or can be purchased at a drug store 15-25
Contraceptives Method Information Where you can find # of Pregnancies per 100 Diaphragm A latex cup inserted into the vagina before intercourse which blocks the opening of the uterus. Spermicide must be used with the diaphragm. Can be purchased at a drug store with a prescription from a doctor 15-25 Female Condom A latex pouch barrier that is inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy. Can be purchased at most drug stores 15-25 Sponge A foam sponge inserted into the vagina that releases spermicide to prevent pregnancy. Can be purchased at most drug stores 15-25 Withdrawal The pull out method a pseudo-contraceptive practice where the penis is removed before ejaculation. No purchase necessary - Requires great trust in partner 30 Spermicidal Commonly a gel or foam that stops sperm from moving. Can be purchased at most drug stores 30
Dental Dams Dental dams are thin, square pieces of latex that are used as a barrier during oral sex Can prevent STI s Come in different sizes and flavors You can turn a condom into a dental dam by cutting off the tip and down the side
STI s The three most common sexually transmitted infections at Ball State: Genital warts (Human Papillomavirus) Chlamydia Genital herpes
1 in 4 COLLEGE STUDENTS HAS A SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION MOST ARE UNAWARE THEY HAVE ONE.
Condom Comebacks Excuse: It spoils the mood. Not if I help! So does your attitude. We could always go to a movie instead... Excuse: It doesn t feel as good. If you re uncomfortable using condoms then let s try something other than intercourse. Sorry, but I won t don t it without one. There s plenty of feeling left, and I wouldn t feel safe without it.
Condom Comebacks Excuse: Just this once won t matter. It only takes once. I m suddenly extremely sleepy. Then just this once I ll have to say no. Excuse: You won t catch a disease from me. I forgot to take the pill. I know I won t because either we use a condom or we are not having intercourse.
Condom Comebacks Excuse: They re too expensive. Paying for a baby or medicine to treat a STI will be a lot more expensive. They re free on the 2 nd floor of the Health Center! Excuse: Don t you trust me? Yep, I trust you not to put us at risk for infection. I do trust you, but either of us could be infected and not know it. I would be able to relax and enjoy myself more if I didn t have to think about HIV or other STIs. Excuse: I m a virgin. I m not. This way we ll both be protected.
Most condoms have a shelf life of 4 years if kept in a cool, dry place The Guilin Latex Company made the worlds largest condom in 2003. It was 260 feet tall and 330 feet wide and put on a hotel in Guilin, China to help promote World Population Day. Incredible Condom Facts The Egyptians in 1350BC reportedly used condoms, probably made from animal bladders or intestines. Condoms are used worldwide to waterproof microphones, protect military weapons from dust and sand, and create durable roads when mixed with concrete.
Assuming that every partner has only the same number of partners as you.
Sexual Health Resources @ BSU Student Health Center 1500 Neely Ave Office of Health Education HC 201 FREE condoms and dental dams! Women s Center HC 211 Office of Victim Services HC 210 Counseling Center Lucina Hall 320
Other Resources Open Door Family Planning (765)281-4263; 905 S. Walnut St. HIV & STI testing sliding-scale fee (appt recommended) Planned Parenthood (765)282-8011; 3550 W Fox Ridge Lane HIV testing (walk-in); other STI testing by appt http://goaskalice.columbia.edu/