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Despite
its sometimes controversial nature, abstinence remains the only sure way
to avoid unwanted pregnancies or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
Yet, popular media rarely show teens practicing abstinence or incorporate
the decision to abstain in a positive or cool way. Every year
on television most teenagers will view about 14,000 references to sexuality,
including sexual remarks, sexual innuendoes, and jokes. However, less
than 5% (165) of these remarks will deal with topics such as abstinence
or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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