Is it normal to feel like this?

I'm not sure I'm ready to have sex.

Don't rush into this decision. You will always remember the first time you had sex and you want this to be a positive experience.

Don't just agree to have sex because you're worried you're partner will dump you if you don't or you think everyone else is doing it.

Ask yourself these questions:

• Do I trust my girlfriend / boyfriend?
• Does he/she make me feel happy?
• Do I feel ready?
• Have we discussed contraception?

Finally, don't forget that if you do decide to have sex, condoms are the only method of contraception that will help protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. Condoms are free to young people with a C Card.

I'm 15 and all my friends have had sex but I haven't.

• 3 out of 5 people under the age of 16 have not had sex
• Sex under the age of 16 is illegal. However, if you do decide to have sex under the age of 16, you can still access free and confidential advice and contraception
• You should have sex when you and your partner are both ready

I think I might be gay.

• People don't choose to be gay or straight
• Lots of people feel attracted to someone of the same sex at some time especially in their teens
• It can take a while to figure out if you are gay or not
• You shouldn't feel under pressure to tell anyone

Remember ... you should never feel pressured into having sex. It should be a decision that both you and your partner make together. It is illegal to have sex if you are under 16. Health professionals can provide confidential sexual health information, advice and contraception to you whatever your age if have decided to have sex.

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