Why are sexually active adolescents particularly vulnerable to STIs?

Fill in the blank with correct word.


Reasons that sexually active adolescents are particularly vulnerable to STIs
They are more likely to have multiple sexual partners for short duration.
They don’t use protection against STIs consistently.
Both condoms and microcidal vaginal gels must be used for maximum effect.
They engage in oral sex more often than intercourse.
They are often unaware that oral sex can transmit chlamydia, gonorrhea, and herpes.
They may have less access to health care, or be embarrassed to ask for it.
This allows infections to go untreated.

Psychology

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