National Campaign Statement:

Abstinence-Only Program Successful in Delaying Sexual Activity Among Young Teens

For the first time, there is strong evidence that an abstinence-only intervention can help very young teens delay sex and reduce their recent sexual activity as well.  Importantly, the study also shows that this particular abstinence-only program did not reduce condom use among the young teens who did have sex.

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  This 24-page pamphlet presents a succinct overview of what is known about carefully evaluated interventions that help prevent teen pregnancy, including a list of effective programs, selected program effects, contact information, as well as direct links to resources providing additional program and evaluation information.
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