"Reproductive Health and Responsibility" (Texas version) follows Dylan and Eva as they learn about their reproductive systems. In addition to identifying the stages of pregnancy and its connection to menstruation and fertility, students compare the physical and hormonal changes in males and females that occur during puberty.   This lesson answers all of the questions from the original ''Reproductive Health and Responsibility'' along with these additional questions: -What is the difference between the changes in males and females during puberty? -What is the fertilization process at a cellular level? -Why is prenatal care important?  This lesson is for grades 9-12.  How can I talk to my students about the physical and hormonal changes that occur during puberty? In this Texas version of Reproductive Health and Responsibilty, students compare the physical and hormonal changes in males and females that occur during puberty. In addition, students discuss the variations of the menstrual cycle and its connection to pregnancy.   How do I talk to my child about the importance of talking to an adult about suspected pregnancy? If you are a parent and want to talk about why it is important to seek prenatal care and talk to a trusted adult if signs of pregnancy occur, this lesson is for you!

Reproductive Health and Responsibility (Texas)

Demonstrate the use of a decision- making model to evaluate possible outcomes of decisions adolescents might make.

PD.8.DM.1

Identify and describe ways to reduce health risks common to adolescents (e.g.,exercise, diet, refusal of harmful substances).

22.A.3a

Describe and explain the structure and functions of the human body systems and how they interrelate.

23.A

The risk of pregnancy or infection with STD can be virtually eliminated by practicing abstinence from sexual contact.

SR.I.4

Abstinence is the only pregnancy and STD/HIV/AIDS prevention method that is 100% effective, 100% safe, and 100% free of side effects.

SR.I.5

There are several effective forms of birth control.

SR.C.8

Summarize basic male and female reproductive body parts and their functions.

SH1.8.27

Identify accurate and credible sources about sexual health.

AP.8.AI.1

Determine the benefits of being sexually abstinent.

SH1.8.7

Describe conception and its relationship to the menstrual cycle.

SH1.8.28

Identify the emotional, social, physical and financial effects of being a teen parent.

SH1.8.29

Identify medically accurate resources about pregnancy prevention and reproductive health care.

PR.8.AI.1

Apply a decision making model to various sexual health decisions.

PR.8.DM.1

Describe the signs and symptoms of a pregnancy.

PR.8.CC.5

Identify medically-accurate sources of pregnancy-related information and support including pregnancy options, safe surrender policies and prenatal care.

PR.8.AI.3

Explain how teen pregnancy is a possible outcome of sexual activity.

Apply a decision-making process to a community or environmental health issue.

5.3.P

Evaluate how culture, media, and other people influence our perceptions of body image, gender roles, sexuality, attractiveness, relationships, and sexual orientation.7

2.2.G

Explain the effectiveness of abstinence in preventing HIV, other STDs, and unintended pregnancy.1

1.3.G

Explain the effectiveness of FDA-approved condoms and other contraceptives in preventing HIV, other STDs, and unintended pregnancy.2

1.5.G

Use effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills to prevent sexual involvement, HIV, other STDs, and unintended pregnancy.13

4.2.G

Analyze why abstinence is the most effective method for the prevention of HIV, STDs, and pregnancy.15

5.1.G

Develop a plan to avoid HIV, AIDS, other STDs, and pregnancy.18

6.1.G

Describe strategies for refusing unwanted sexual activity.20

7.1.G

Compare the success and failure rates of FDA-approved condoms and other contraceptives in preventing HIV, other STDs, and pregnancy.11

3.3.G

Use a decision-making process to examine barriers to making healthy decisions about relationships and sexual health.13

5.2.G

Evaluate the risks and consequences associated with sexual activities, including HIV, other STDs, and pregnancy.15

5.4.G

Apply a decision-making process to a personal health issue or problem

5.1.P

Explain how decisions regarding health behaviors have consequences for oneself and others

5.2.P

Identify sexual feelings common to young adolescents, and differentiate between having sexual feelings and acting on them.

2.3a

Describe the need to have clear expectations, boundaries, and personal safety strategies.

2.3c

Describe how internal influences such as curiosity, hormones, interests, desires, fears, and feelings affect sexual decision-making and activity.

2.3b

1.2.G

Analyze the validity of health information, products, and services related to reproductive and sexual health.9

3.1.G

Explain why individuals have the right to refuse sexual contact

1.9.G

Locate medically and scientifically accurate sources of information on reproductive health.10

3.2.G

Practice effective communication skills with parents, guardians, health care providers, or other trusted adults by discussing issues related to reproductive and sexual health.12

4.1.G

Analyze the benefits of respecting individual differences in growth and development, physical appearance, gender roles, and sexual orientation.14

4.4.G

Demonstrate how to ask for help from parents, other trusted adults, or friends when pressured to participate in sexual behavior.

4.5.G

Evaluate the benefits to mother, father, and child when teenagers wait until adulthood to become parents.

1.11.G

Assess the discrepancies between actual and perceived social norms related to sexual activity among teenagers.

2.3.G

Use a decision-making process to evaluate the social, emotional, physical, and economic effects of teen pregnancy on the child, the teen parent, the family, and society.17

5.6.G

Use effective communication skills to ask for assistance from parents, guardians, and medical or dental health care professionals to enhance health.

4.1.P

Analyze the discrepancies between perceived and actual sexual activity and how the information influences your sexual decision-making.

2.3d

Analyze the possible emotional, mental, social, and physical consequences of early sexual activity.

2.4b

Describe how a person can choose to abstain from sexual activity at any point in time, even after having engaged in prior sexual activity.

2.4d

Examine the responsibilities of parenthood.

2.4j

Demonstrate ways to encourage friends to remain sexually abstinent or return to abstinence if sexually active.

2.5a

Summarize why individuals have the right to refuse sexual contact.

6.7c

Identify resources, products, services related to supporting sexual health

SH 1.1.8 

Explain the importance of and ability to access contraceptive, STD and HIV counseling and services if sexually active.

SH 1.2.12 

Discuss state and federal laws and guidelines (e.g., CDC) that address sexual healthcare services for minors (e.g., contraception, emergency contraception, prenatal care, adoption, abortion, STD, including HIV, prevention, testing, and treatment

SH 1.3.12 

Describe the emotional, social, physical and financial effects of being a teen parent.

SH 1.15.12 

Demonstrate the ability to access reliable school and community service providers and resources for health care services related to sexual health & violence prevention (e.g. counseling, testing, school based health centers, pediatrician, reproductive healt

SAAP 1.6.12 

Investigate the accessibility of products that enhance health.

HE7.3.c

Describe the benefits of and barriers to practicing behaviors that impact personal health and well-being.

HE8.1.g

Analyze products that enhance wellbeing and the accessibility of those products within the community.

HE8.3.c

Analyze how the environment and personal health are interrelated.

HEHS.1.c

Analyze the relationship between access to health care and health status.

HEHS.1.f

Compare and contrast the benefits of and barriers to practicing a variety of healthy behaviors.

HEHS.1.g

Investigate the accessibility of products and services that enhance health.

HEHS.3.b

Summarize the sequence of fertilization, embryonic growth, and fetal development during pregnancy

2.4.6.C.1

Identify the signs and symptoms of pregnancy

2.4.6.C.2

Identify prenatal practices that support a healthy pregnancy.

2.4.6.C.3

Predict challenges that may be faced by adolescent parents and their families

2.4.6.C.4

Explain when the services of professionals are needed to intervene in relationships.

2.4.8.A.3

Predict short- and long-term impacts of teen pregnancy.

2.4.8.C.4

Compare and contrast the current and historical role of life commitments, such as marriage.

2.4.12.A.2

Predict the possible long-term effects of adolescent sex on future education, on career plans, and on the various dimensions of wellness

2.4.12.B.1

Summarize the signs and symptoms of pregnancy and the methods available to confirm pregnancy.

Reproductive Health and Responsibility (Texas)

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