SEXUAL HEALTH AND
HYGIENE
OBJECTIVES
1. 2. 3.
Identify the observe know when to
important health seek help from a
maintaining
habits for the
good hygiene; health care
developing
and professional.
adolescents;
definition of terms:
1.health 2.hygiene
a state of complete refers to behaviors that
physical, mental, and can improve cleanliness
social well-being and and lead to good health,
not merely the absence such as frequent
of disease or infirmity. handwashing, face
washing and bathing
soap and water.
4.reproductive health
3.sexual health refers to the state of
refers to a state of complete physical,
physical, emotional, mental, and social well-
mental, and social well- being and not merely the
being in relation to absence or infirmity in all
sexuality; it is not matters relating to the
merely the absence of reproductive system and
disease, dysfunction or its functions and
infirmity. processes at all stages of
life.
Introduction
puberty causes all kinds of changes in the adolescent’s
body. these bodily changes are normal parts of
developing into an adult. There are instances when these
changes can be a source of anxiety for the growing teen.
does anyone not worry about smelly breath and
underarms? this further puts personal hygiene and
healthy habits being important life skills for the teen.
OILY HAIR
The hormones that create acne are the
same ones that can make you feel like
you’re suddenly styling your hair with
the comb dipped in motor oil.
Each strand of hair has its own
sebaceous (oil) gland which keeps the
hair shiny and waterproof.
OILY HAIR
Washing your hair every day or every other day
can help control oily hair.
Do not scrub or rub too hard- this does not get rid
of oily any better and can irritate your scalp or
damage your hair.
when you are styling your hair, pay close attention
to the products you use.
SWEAT AND BODY ODOR
Perspiration or sweat comes from sweat
glands that you always had.
The best way to keep clean is to bathe or
shower every day using a mild soap and
warm water.
Deodorants get rid of the odor of sweat
by covering it up and antiperspirants
actually prevent or dry up perspiration.
If you will use deodorant or antiperspirant, be sure to
read the directions.
Keep in mind that some teens do not need deodorants
or antiperspirants.
If you do not think you smell bad, you take daily baths
or showers and wear clean clothes, you may be fine
without them.
BODY HAIR
Body hair in new places is something you can
count on, they are hormonal actions.
Some guys who grow facial hair like to let it
develop into a mustache and beard.
Some girls may decide to leave the hair on their
legs and under their arms.
If you use a regular razor, make sure the blade is new
and sharp to prevent cuts and nicks.
Shaving cream and gel are often a better bet than
soap because they make it easier to pull the razor
against your skin.
Whether you’re shaving your legs, armpits, or face, go
slowly.
These are tricky areas in your body with lots of curves
and angles, and it is easy to cut yourself if you move
too fast.
DENTAL HYGIENE
Dentists say that the most important
part of care happens at home.
brushing and flossing properly, along
with regular dental checkups, can
help prevent tooth decay and gum
disease.
the best way to do this is by brushing
your teeth twice a day and flossing at
least once a day.
HEALTHCARE CHECK FOR FEMALE:
the best time for a self-breast exam is about a week
after the last day of your menstrual period, when
your breast are not tender and swollen.
KEEPING THE EXTERNAL FEMALE GENITALIA
CLEAN:
Use soap and water to wash the external genitalia and your
underarms every day, especially during menstruation.
Use either a disposable pad made of cotton, which has a nylon
base, or a clean to absorb blood during menstruation.
Properly dispose of the pad after each use, or wash and dry the
piece of cloth used as a menstrual pad before reuse.
Wash only the external genitalia. do not try to clean the inside of
the vagina.
while washing, wash starting from the vagina towards the anus.
if you see any changes in the vagina fluid- a change in color or
odor, please visit a health professional.
HEALTHCARE CHECK FOR THE MALE
keeping the external male genitalia clean:
wash the external genitalia at least daily with soap and
water, as you wash the rest of the body.
Boys who are not circumcised need to pull back the
foreskin and gently wash underneath it with clean water.
be aware of any abnormal fluids coming from your penis.
no not confuse this with the presence of normal fluids.
if you see any abnormal fluid or wound, please visit a
health professional.
RISKY BEHAVIORS OF
ADOLESCENTS
OBJECTIVES
1. 2. 3.
understand the risky identify trouble signs discuss how to avoid
behaviors of the that can lead to risky risky behaviors.
growing adolescent; behaviors and its
complications; and
definitions of terms
RISK- the probability that a RISK-TAKING- a behaviors of
hazard in the environment can doing something regardless of
actually negatively affect potential loss.
individual.
INTRODUCTION
All adolescents should be considered at risk due to the
prevalence of risk behaviors, the inherent development
needs of adolescents, and the various risk factors for
their initiation and maintenance.
Risk-taking is a normal part of adolescent development.
Young people may be exposed to similar risks but
respond differently. some may not sustain any physical
or emotional damage while others may be affected for
the rest of their lives.
Guidance of the family is also important
as the adolescent develops into a
mature adult.
53% of adolescents live with both
parents, but because of the overseas
Filipino workers (OFW) phenomenon, 5%
live without the mother, 20% live
without the father, and 23% live without
both parents.
identified sexual risks that were found among the
growing filipino adolescents are as follows:
One in three has sexual experience
They are also engaged in sex at younger ages
one in 50 had sex before 15 and one in four had sex before 18
Seven in 10 of first premarital sex cases are unprotected against
unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STI)
1.2% have paid for sex and 1.3% have received payment for sex
6.7% have engaged in casual sex
4.15 mostly males have fu** buddy (FUBU)
6.3% have males having sex with males
2.9% of married youth (including those live-in) have engaged in
extramarital sex.
6.3% have males having sex with males
2.9% of married youth (including those live-in) have engaged
in extramarital sex.
Giving birth at a younger age is also evident in Filipino youth.
Teenage fertility is the lowest among all regions of the
country.
The prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STI) like
HIV and AIDS is increasing in the youth, as of 2013, 87% have
heard about HIV and AIDS with poor understanding being the
highest in the country nothing that three in four think that
they would not get AIDS.
TROUBLE SIGNS AMONG TEENS:
sexual promiscuity Deterioration in hygiene
regular use of drugs and alcohol; oppositional behavior;
repeated violations of the law or Refusal to work/non-
school regulations; compliance;
running away more than once in chronic lateness
three months; falling asleep in class
skipping school more than once in changes in physical
three months; appearance; and
aggresive outburst/impulsive; excessive daydreaming
dark drawing or writing;
Harmful practices
Culture and tradition play a significant role in
shaping the way young people and
adolescents behave and lead their live,
however, young people have become victims
of some harmful traditional practices, which
affect their human and reproductive rights.
common drugs abused by young people and their effects:
1. marijuana. (also known as cannabis,
grass, joint, splif, hashish, pot,
weed) marijuana is a plant grown
and used worldwide. usually, people
smoke the leaves but the leaves and
the stem can be made into tea or
even cookies.
Effects: marijuana causes an increase in
heart rate and dilation of certain blood
vessels in the eyes, which creates the
characteristics of blood-shot eyes.
2. Mairungi (also known as Khat,
Qat, and Mirraa). Mairungi is the
common name for a stimulant leaf
that is chewed in much of East
Africa.
Effects: Negative effects include
sleeplessness, anxiety, aggressive
behavior, and hallucinations. Some
men are unable to get an erection
after they have been chewing.
3. Alcohol. Alcohol is the most common drug and
is used worldwide. Because it is legal, often kept
in the home, and comes in extremely cheap local
brews, alcohol is extremely easy to find and
consume.
Effects: Further drinking can cause slurred
speech and aggressive behavior that can lead to
fights, rape, or other kinds of violence. People
who consume too much alcohol can end up
vomiting, becoming unconscious, or even dying
Because both young men and women often lose
their inhibitions when drinking, a girl might have
unsafe sex with someone she does not know and
a boy might decide to force someone to have
sex.
4. Cigarettes (tobacco, cigars). Many young
people start smoking tobacco products for
different reasons including the influence of
friends, seductive advertisements, and older
role models like siblings or celebrities, to
mention a few
Effects: According to WHO (2006), tobacco
is the second major cause of death in the
world. Nicotine, which is found in tobacco
products including cigarettes, is, highly
addictive. The tar in cigarettes increases a
smoker’s risk of lung cancer, emphysema,
and bronchial disorders.
5. Cocaine (also known as Crack, Coke, C,
Charlie, Nose candy, Toot, Bazooka, BigC.
Cake, Lady, Stardust, Coco, Flake, Mister
coffee). Cocaine is prepared from coca leaves
which are greenish-yellow leaves of different
sizes and appearances. Cocaine is often called
the 'champagne of drugs" because of its high
cost. It makes one feel like his/her body is
going very fast. His/her heart
Effects: A small amount of cocaine will raise
body temperature, make the heart beat
faster, increase the breathing rate, make you
feel overconfident, and make you more alert
with extra energy.
6. Heroine (also known as Hammer,
Horse, H, Junk, Nod, Smack, Skag, White,
beige, White lady, White stuff, Joy
powder boy, Hairy, Harry, Joy powder).
Heroin is a drug obtained from morphine
and comes from the opium poppy plant.
Heroin is a drug that slows down the
user's body and mind.
Effects: When injected, heroin provides
an extremely powerful rush and a high
that usually lasts for between four to six
hours.
7. Amphetamines (also known as Speed, Ice,
Browns, Footballs, Hearts, Oranges, Wakeups,
Black beauties, Crystal meth, Crack meth,
Cat, Jeff amp, Dexies, RippersBennies,
Browns, Greenies, Pep pills). Amphetamines
are stimulants that affect a person’s system
by speeding up the activity of the brain and
giving energy.
Effects: Amphetamines can cause an increase
in heartbeat, taster breathing, increase blood
pressure and body temperature, sweating,
make the person more confident and alert,
give him/her extra energy, reduce appetite,
make it difficult to sleep, and might make the
abuser talk more.
8. Ecstasy(also know as Ecstasy, Adam,
Essence, MDM, MDMA, XTC, Eve,
MDE,MDEA).Ecstasy belongs to the same
group of chemicals as the above category
which is stimulants and is most often used in
the form of tablets at rave parties. Ecstasy is
a drug that speeds up the ecstasy and is also
a synthetic (or man-made) drug.
Effects: A person using ecstasy will probably
feel happy, warm, loving, and more
energetic: He/she would feel emotionally
close to others and might say or do things
that he/she usually would not
9. Inhalants and solvents. Inhalants and solvents are
chemicals that can be inhaled, such as glue, gasoline,
aerosol sprays, lighter fluid, etc. These are not drugs
as such and are, in fact, legally available from a large
number of shops. However, they are abused widely
by the poorer sections of society, particularly street
youth.
Effects: Inhalants may give the user a high tor a very
brief period of time. They make him/her feel numb
for a short period of time, dizzy, confused, and
drowsy.
tips to avoid drugs:
You do not need to take drugs to be liked by other people.
You do not need to take drugs to feel brave or courageous.
You do not need drugs to cope with sorrow or
disappointments.
You have, inside you, the strength and inner resources to
deal with any situation and any problem.
whatever problem you are facing, there are people available to
help.
you can talk to a friend, a teacher, a parent, or a trusted person
at your church or mosque.
Thank You
