Alcohol and risky sexual behaviour
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe how alcohol can influence decision-making and lead to risky sexual behaviours.
Key learning points
- Alcohol can cloud thinking and lower inhibitions, leading to risky behaviours.
- Consent must be clear, voluntary and coherent; it cannot be given if a person is under the influence of alcohol.
- If someone is drunk they cannot legally give consent.
Keywords
Safer sex - practices that reduce risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancy
Common misconception
If both people are drunk, consent doesn’t matter.
Consent must still be clear and mutual. Being intoxicated can prevent a person from legally giving consent.
Teacher tip
Emphasise practical strategies for safety, like going out with trusted friends and looking after each other.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sexual violence
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following statements is correct? Risky sexual behaviours are ...
Q2.Match the word to the definition.
the process of making choices
the body’s way of regulating words and actions
pressuring someone into something they do not want to do
Q3.Which of these statements about consent is true?
Q4.Risky sexual behaviour can be described as sexual activities which could lead to an increased chance of , unintended pregnancy or feelings of regret.
Q5.Mia is concerned about a recent incident involving drugs and risky sexual behaviour. Who is a reliable source of information and support?
Q6.Which of the following are strategies which may help avoid risky situations involving drugs and sex?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does safer sex aim to prevent?
Q2.Consent must be freely given, clearly and willing.
Q3.Match each word to its correct definition.
methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy during sexual intercourse
when people give clear agreement to sexual activity
an infection passed on through sexual contact
Q4.Which of the following is the best example of safer sex?
Q5.Which of the following statements is legally correct?
Q6.In England and Wales, the age of consent is ...
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