Sexually active adolescents have higher rates of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) than any other age group.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
Rationale: Correct. Sexually active adolescents have higher rates of STIs than any other age group. Given a body that is suddenly sexually mature, a high sex drive, vulnerability to peer pressure, and limited experience in handling temptation, teenagers are at particular risk for STIs. See 14-2: Puberty: Emerging Sexuality and the Risks of Sexually Transmitted InfectionsPuberty: Emerging Sexuality and the Risks of Sexually Transmitted Infections
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