Sexual health covers advice and support around contraception, relationships, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and abortion.
Patterns of sexual behaviour and relationships have been changing, and many different factors influence safer sex behaviour such as; personal beliefs, social norms, peer pressure, culture, misuse of drugs and alcohol, coercion and abuse.
Child Sexual exploitation is a form of sexual abuse where an individual or group take advantage of an imbalance of power to coerce, manipulate or deceive a child or young person into sexual activity. Sexual exploitation has long lasting consequences in all aspects of the child’s life including their physical and mental health and wellbeing.
Key Statistics
Sexual and Reproductive Health Profile – BCP
Summary Sexual Health Report for BCP - UKHSA
Sexual and Reproductive Health Profile – Dorset