Glossary Term Sex Education

A mutual agreement between individuals to engage in specific activities. Consent must be informed, freely given, and can be withdrawn at any time.

Methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy. Common types include condoms, birth control pills, and intrauterine devices (IUDs).

A developmental stage during which an individual undergoes physical and hormonal changes, leading to sexual maturity and the ability to reproduce.

A state of physical, mental, and social well-being in all matters related to the reproductive system, including its functions and processes.

Infections that are primarily spread through sexual contact. Examples include HIV, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. Prevention includes safe practices like using condoms and regular testing.