5: Short answer on the law, communication skills, and pregnancy: Flashcards
Short answer on the law, communication skills, and pregnancy: Know the age of consent, the Safe Delivery Law, three communication strategies with refusal, and identifying risky situations concerning sexual behavior.
Short answer on the law, communication skills, and pregnancy: Know age of consent, the Safe Delivery Law, three communication strategies with refusal, and identifying risky situations concerning sexual behavior.
The age of consent is the legal age at which a person can agree to sexual activity, and it varies by state (often around 16–18 years old).
The Safe Delivery Law allows a parent to legally and safely give up a newborn (usually up to 72 hours old) at a hospital, fire station, or police station with no legal consequences.
Three effective communication strategies for refusal include saying “no” clearly and confidently, using body language (like stepping back or shaking your head), and suggesting an alternative activity.
Risky situations involving sexual behavior can include being alone in private places without a plan, using drugs or alcohol, or pressure from a partner to engage in sex. Recognizing and avoiding these situations helps protect against unwanted pregnancy, STIs, and emotional harm.
