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Quiz: What Kind Of Friend Are You? * Are you ready for sex * Consent and the law * Contraception * Sexually Transmitted Infections WHAT'S HOT IN Sexual Health Contraception And Having Safe Sex: Just The Facts Condoms: Just The Facts Are You Ready For Sex: Just The Facts the law The Law And Consenting To Sex: Just The Facts [Hero-SmilingGroupPhoto.jpg] Sexuality: Just The Facts Everyone experiences attraction differently As you grow up and develop sexual feelings, you may find you’re attracted to people of the opposite sex, people of the same sex as you or to both sexes (and it may take a while for you to work out exactly what your feelings are). Being lesbian, gay or bisexual isn’t a choice, it’s the way someone feels inside and is natural to that person. Experimenting and exploring About two in 100 people identify themselves as gay, lesbian or bisexual, and the proportion is a bit higher among 16-24 year olds, at around 4 in 100 people. Some people know straightaway who they fancy, while others want to experiment while they are exploring their sexuality. There is no need to feel pressured into putting a label on how you feel. For some young people, coming to terms with the fact that they might be attracted to someone of the same sex can be very difficult. Hurtful and negative comments can make it even harder. Remember, there are plenty of services and online resources to help young people who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual or who are exploring their sexuality. If hurtful comments develop into homophobic bullying, be aware that it is now a reportable hate crime and a punishable offence. How to get help Some people realise they are gay, lesbian or bisexual at an early age, while others may not know until later in life. Some young people may also be confused about their sexual identity. It can help to talk to other people who are going through the same thing. There are support groups available for LGBT or young people who feel undecided. You could contact: * w: Childline - Sexual identity * w: Young Stonewall * w: LGBT Foundation Cross Hatch Find help in your local area Find out what services are available to you in your area. Remember your school nurse is always there to give you confidential help and support. Select Your Area [-- SELECT --_________________________] Go Online Gaming Breck’s Last Game Boy in grey hoodie Breck Bednar was a 14-year-old boy murdered in 2014 after being groomed online... read more Grooming Grooming: Just the facts Feet up It’s important to know what a healthy relationship is and what might not be.... read more Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. 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