Sexual Health Information for Teens

Gr 9 Up—Compiling statistics from recent studies with articles from government entities and organizations such as Planned Parenthood, this work covers a broad range of topics. Sections discuss aspects of puberty from hormonal changes to sexual orientation; protecting sexual health, which addresses, for example, risky behaviors, choices, and online predators; preventing pregnancy; STDs; and information aimed at males (circumcision, gynecomastia) and at females (getting your period, ovarian cysts). The straightforward, clinical language of the various publications excerpted anticipates the myriad questions teens may have, though in-depth, detailed answers will require additional research. It is fortunate, therefore, that the last chapter focuses on further readings and resources.—Joanna K. Fabicon, Los Angeles Public Library