why do sexually active people don't use condoms?
411825
No good reason.  \n - They get "caught up" in the moment, \n - "forget", \n - don't want to look presumptuous or promiscuous so they don't have any available, \n - don't want to hurt their partner's feelings by implying they may be carrying a disease or are untrustworthy,\n - think they're invincible and won't get pregnant or a disease
583723
Duh!! What do you think, you IDIOT!??? Used condoms are DANGEROUS! Ya know, there are two very dangerous diseases out there called AIDS & HIV. Have you heard about them? Well, HIV is the start of AIDS. Some people just stay with HIV (like Magic Johnson), but sometimes, it turns into AIDS, which is fatal (at least until the doctors find a cure for it). AIDS & HIV can be transmitted from one system to another through two ways: Unprotected sex and using other peoples needles. Which is my USED CONDOMS AND NEEDLES ARE BAD, BAD, BAD!\nOk? Do you get it now?
970372
why have unprotected sex with someone you don't trust? you would need to prove you didn't have an infection before relations with that person, or it could be you put them at risk too
206556
a condom is placed on your penis to catch sperm when you have sex.  it prevents the woman from getting pregnant, and for either person to transmit a disease to the other.
535360
How do you "make sex?"  I thought someone "has sex" which really means participates in sex acts.  Sadly, "f___ing" is a more of a verb than what you just said...\n\nAnyhow, it's good exercise and exercise is said to actually improve life expectancy.\n\nON THE OTHER HAND, you may be confusing sex with one partner with frequently having sex with strangers or acquantances.  In this case, one drastically increases the odds of contracting a sexually transmitted disease and then, yes, drastically decreasing their life expectancy - even if they have access to the new anti-virals because - as you probably know - HIV is not the only STD out there.
19089
Some people don't hold sex in very high esteem, and think it is just a bit of fun. Why deny yourself a bit of (free!) fun?\nBy the time most people are mature enough to realise how special sex is, it is usually too late.
1124029
It is your responsibility to protect yourself, you should be using condoms everytime you have sex unless both you and your partner have been tested and given the all clear (even then unless you trust that your partner isn't cheating)
1175464
Many complain that putting them on can interrupt foreplay and lovemaking, although some people have integrated wearing a condom as part of the entire process for sexual activity\n\nBecause of an obvious barrier of the skins, sensory stimulation is sacrificed, especially with older style thicker condoms, causing some people to dismiss condoms as limiting their pleasure (though this effect can be largely overcome by properly applying lubricants internally and externally). However, a woman can partially solve this problem by training her vaginal muscles, specifically the pubococcygeus
242562
YES NO NO YES Condoms should always be used, birth control or not. No if you are on birth control you do not have to use them, that is the reason they were invented. NO, it is not worth the risk. There is nothing to say the pill won't quit working. Yes, there is a perpetual risk of any kind of STD (more than 132 have been found). As far as I am concerned all the protection you can get is worth it.
1061968
condoms aren't just about hiv/aids + stability... they're more about making sure neither of you end up in a messy situation, namely, early/unexpected pregnancy. u really want the hassle of a kid right now?
276807
the only way to be 100% sure is not to have sex. as this is impossible for a lot of people they resort to the methods you have stated, which are about 99% effective when used properly.
822492
Using condoms every time you have sex will offer significant protection from STD's including HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Keep in mind that condoms are not 100% effective, only abstaining from sex ensures no risk of infection. Condoms are designed for both pregnancy prevention/birth control and infection proection. The idea that condoms only offer protection for birth control and not infection or vice versa is false. Always use lubricated latex or lubricated polyurethane condoms. Never use unlubricated condoms, they are more likely to break. Never use natural skin/lamb skin/ membrane condoms, they will help prevent pregnancy but will not offer any protection from infections.
830046
I don't know.  People thi9nk they need to tell me abvout safe sex.  I've not been knocked up yet and I don't plan on it, but condoms don't feel good and pills make you fat.
1019868
Ha ha Sweetmama now that is FUNNY!!!! LMAO!!! If this were my question you would definitely get the 10!!! \n\nYes I do use condoms.  It is better without them, but safer with them.  I have not always, and I have a 7 year old to prove it.  Its not horrible to not use them but its just a chance that you choose whether or not to take.  Its all a matter of trust.
165841
They sure can. Please if you are going to be sexually active use condoms, and make an appointment at planned parenthood to get on birth control.  Just remember the pills dont prevent STD's. Again, if you are going to have sex, ALWAYS use a condom.
774268
The only thing I can think of off the top of my head is HPV (the Human Papilloma Virus) it is spread from skin-to-skin contact during sex. Condoms cannot even fully protect a person because they do not cover enough area. In order to fully protect yourself from this virus you would have to practice abstinence or wear a rubber suit!
641756
Unprotected Oral Sex is unsafe.For Example in case of HIV,Oral sex is supposed to be a Low Risk Activity,but pls note there is still a Risk.The risk increases in case one has Bleeding Gums,Ulsers/Boils in the Mouth. \nHaving said this,Dude,if u dont want to get any STD the best way is to practice Abstinance from Sex until Marriage.After Marriage,be faithful to your uninfected wife.This is a sure way to keep HIV away.\nABC's of safe sex are:\nA: Abstinance \nB:Being faithful to 1 uninfected partner.\nC:Correct and consistent use of condoms reduces the chances             \nof STD's.\nStay Safe.