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... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > behavior (psychology) > sexual activity > safe sex
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > physical and biological development > sexual activity > safe sex
social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > sexuality > safe sex
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > behavior (psychology) > sexual activity > sexuality > safe sex
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > physical and biological development > sexual activity > sexuality > safe sex

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safe sex  

Definition

  • For sexually active individuals, the likelihood of contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STD) is best viewed as linked to behavior that varies on a continuum from risky to safer. Safe (or safer) sex is defined as taking precautions to reduce the likelihood of negative consequences of sex—including both STDs and unintended pregnancy. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Safe Sex]

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