Teenage Sexual Intercourse Before the Age of 16 Isn't Worth It

Teenage sexual intercourse doesn't seem such a good idea. Read about a shocking discovery of the harmful consequences of premature sex life …

 

Almost half of those who had teenage sexual intercourse sexual before the age of 16 used no contraception. (jlp)

 

Teenage sexual intercourse before the age of 17 tends to be a source of regret: almost 6 out of 10 girls who had their first sexual experience before the age of 17 regret this act and believe they should have waited longer.

One study conducted among girls and boys showed that almost half of those who had sexual intercourses before the age of 16 had used no means of contraception. One third of the youths between the age of 18 and 24 included in the study had their first sexual experience before the age of 17.

 

Research shows it pays to postpone the first sexual intercourse until you're at least 17years old. (jlp)

 

Are there any serious risks involved in teenage sexual intercourse? The answer seems to be yes. Research made a shocking discovery: for girls who jump under the sheets for the first time before they are 17 there is 70% more chance of suffering from high risk pregnancy later in life. The research also showed that they are three times more prone to miscarriage.

 

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