Most high school students choose not to be in sexual relationships. choosing not to engage in sexual contact is called abstinence. imagine that a close friend is considering a sexual relationship and comes to you for advice. explain to your friend the benefits of being abstinent and some specific steps that he/she can take to avoid a sexual relationship. < < read less

As a true friend, I would never discourage someone else for wanting to explore a sexual route, but since still in high school I believe it is not worth it. I would ask my friend why he or she is having thoughts about this. Is it pressure of wanting to fit in? Or just simply curiosity? I would tell them to wait until they have found someone they love or have deep emotions for. Being in high school should be about finding your passions and hobbies. Focusing on yourself and not the need to please others. High school only comes for a short period, so live it while you can. Live your age. Abstinence is okay and it shouldn't be discourage. A personal choice in sex should never be discourage.

Iwould say being around others who are not drug free is the wrong step because your peers are likely to influence any new or past habits