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  Understanding Contraception:  A Guide for Young Women Starting Their Sexual Journey Knowledge builds confidence and empowerment Starting your sexual journey is an important milestone. It brings joy, intimacy, and new responsibilities. For young women, one of the most important steps is understanding contraception — a way to prevent unplanned pregnancies and take control of your reproductive health. Why Contraception Matters Protecting your health means protecting your future Using contraception helps you: Prevent unplanned pregnancy  Plan your future with confidence Promote reproductive health and hygiene Enjoy intimacy with peace of mind Main Contraceptive Methods 1. Condoms Prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Easy to buy and use. Available for both men and women. Simple, accessible, and protective 2. Oral Contraceptive Pills Taken daily to stop ovulation. Regulates menstrual cycles. Works best wh...

  Recognizing the Silent Struggles of Youth Mental Health “The most powerful way to heal is to listen to the unheard voices.” — Anonymous A close-up image of a young person staring out a window (Adobestock Photo) Spotting Early Signs of Mental Health Issues in Youth Learn how to identify early signs of mental health struggles in youth, including causes, warning signs, and ways to support them. You ever notice how sometimes a child or a teenager seems distant, or quieter than usual? Maybe they’re a little more withdrawn, or their behavior shifts in ways that don’t quite make sense. Often, these changes are brushed off as “just a phase,” or we assume they’ll grow out of it. But what if that quietness, that distance, is more than a passing mood? I’ve seen this happen far too often—youths struggling beneath the surface, hiding their pain because they don’t feel seen, or worse, they fear they won’t be understood. It’s not that we, as adults, don’t care; it’s that we often fail to recogn...