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HIV/AIDS and Reproductive Health

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    PROTECT YOUR FERTILITY: STIs AFFECT YOU TODAY AND TOMORROW - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This brochure explains what sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are and how they can damage fertility, harm pregnancies, and new born babies. It also talks about how to avoid STIs and how to find out if you have an STI.

    For a printer-friendly black and white copy of the information contained in this brochure, please see Item # 7-003 or click here to download fact sheet.

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    PROTECT YOUR FERTILITY: STIs AFFECT YOU TODAY AND TOMORROW - FACT SHEET

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This fact sheet is a duplicate of Item #7-002, listed above, but is in a printer friendly version, ideal for downloading. The fact sheet explains what Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are, and how it can damage fertility, harm pregnancies, and newborn babies. It also talks about how to avoid STIs and how to find out if you have an STI.

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    HIV/AIDS and Pregnancy - Poster

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This poster states that HIV positive women can have healthy babies and highlights the importance of prenatal care.

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    PLANNING A PREGNANCY WHEN HIV POSITIVE - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This brochure talks about caring for your body before getting pregnant and what is involved with HIV treatment during pregnancy. It also talks about getting pregnant safely and how finding a good obstetric care provider and support is important.

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    PREGNANT AND DIAGNOSED WITH HIV - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Finding out that you are HIV positive can be overwhelming and scary. Finding out you are HIV positive while you are pregnant can cause more fear and can raise questions about the impact this diagnosis will have on both you and your new baby. This brochure explains what HIV/AIDS is and how it can be treated.

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    A NEW MOTHER AND HIV POSITIVE - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Mothers who are HIV positive may face additional challenges. If you are a mother and are HIV positive, it is important to take care of yourself so that both you and your baby can stay healthy. This brochure talks about staying healthy, deciding if you should breastfeed or not, as well as information on dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.

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    HIV AND PREGNANCY CARE GUIDE - GUIDE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This guide covers such topics as HIV/AIDS in Saskatchewan; Modes of Transmission of HIV; HIV Testing During Pregnancy; Prenatal Algorithm; HIV Treatment and Drug Management; After-Care for Babies of HIV Positive Women; Barriers to HIV Transmission Prevention and Prenatal Care; and Motivational Approaches.

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    SCREENING FOR HIV AS PART OF PRENATAL CARE PRIOR TO WEEK 36 - ALGORITHM

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This is a copy of an algorithm providing guidelines on screening for HIV with pregnant women in Saskatchewan.

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    HIV/AIDS AND CHILD ABUSE - POSTER

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2012

    This poster talks about the connection between how experiencing child abuse increases the behaviours associated with HIV.

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    MOTHER TO CHILD TRANSMISSION OF HIV: PREVENTION, TREATMENT, AND EDUCATION - LITERATURE REVIEW

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2010

    The largest increases in HIV infection rates in Saskatchewan are found in women of childbearing age. This fact underscores the importance of: prevention information, accurate information and prenatal care for pregnant women living with HIV/AIDS and for professionals working with pregnant women. The literature review summarizes current findings and recommendations on these topics.

STIs

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    HEPATITIS B AND C - FACT SHEET

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2005

    This fact sheet provides general information on Hepatitis B and C, complete with illustrations.

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    HIV AND PREGNANCY - FACT SHEET

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, Revised 2011

    This fact sheet provides general information on HIV and pregnancy, complete with illustrations.

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    THE TRUTH ABOUT SEX (SCHOOL VERSION) - VHS - (30 MIN.)

    Canadian Learning Company, 2001

    This video presents open, honest discussion with several teens about teen pregnancy, teen parenting, and sexually transmitted infections. Teen parents speak about the impact of being a parent. Teens visit a laboratory for sexually transmitted infection testing and visit a woman living with HIV. Parents speak with Dr. Drew and teens about the roles parents should take in sex and relationship education.

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    UPDATE: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES - VHS - (29 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 1995

    The video uses scenarios among teenagers as well as comments from an adult running an STD hotline to talk about sexually transmitted diseases. It opens with an introduction on STDs and how they are spread. Scenarios of normal teenagers contracting STDs are used to teach adolescents about various diseases. The video concludes with a list of facts about STDs and what teens can do to prevent them.

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    SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW - VHS - (22 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 2003

    This educational package includes a video and a manual. This resource is designated for youth from grades 7 through 12. The manual contains discussion questions, role-play guidelines and suggested activities.

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    REAL PEOPLE: SEX TOO SOON - VHS - (26 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 2000

    Youth as young as 12 or 13 are having intercourse, and the consequences are enormous. Millions of teens contract sexually transmitted infections each year, and girls are at a huge risk of becoming pregnant. Educators and other professionals who work with teens will find this video a valuable resource for helping young people begin to understand the causes and consequences of premature sex. Teacher’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    SEX SMART FOR TEENS: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS - VHS - (27 MIN.)

    Injoy Videos, 2003

    Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are all too common among teens. This engaging program provides essential health information, including clear instruction on STI prevention. With a respectful tone and touches of humour, Sex Smart for Teens: STIs shows how an “it won’t happen to me” attitude can be dangerous for teens. Facilitator’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    PROTECT YOUR FERTILITY: STIs AFFECT YOU TODAY AND TOMORROW - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This brochure explains what sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are and how they can damage fertility, harm pregnancies, and new born babies. It also talks about how to avoid STIs and how to find out if you have an STI.

    For a printer-friendly black and white copy of the information contained in this brochure, please see Item # 7-003 or click here to download fact sheet.

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    PROTECT YOUR FERTILITY: STIs AFFECT YOU TODAY AND TOMORROW - FACT SHEET

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This fact sheet is a duplicate of Item #7-002, listed above, but is in a printer friendly version, ideal for downloading. The fact sheet explains what Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are, and how it can damage fertility, harm pregnancies, and newborn babies. It also talks about how to avoid STIs and how to find out if you have an STI.

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    PREGNANT AND DIAGNOSED WITH HIV - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Finding out that you are HIV positive can be overwhelming and scary. Finding out you are HIV positive while you are pregnant can cause more fear and can raise questions about the impact this diagnosis will have on both you and your new baby. This brochure explains what HIV/AIDS is and how it can be treated.

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    A NEW MOTHER AND HIV POSITIVE - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Mothers who are HIV positive may face additional challenges. If you are a mother and are HIV positive, it is important to take care of yourself so that both you and your baby can stay healthy. This brochure talks about staying healthy, deciding if you should breastfeed or not, as well as information on dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.

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    HIV/AIDS AND CHILD ABUSE - POSTER

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2012

    This poster talks about the connection between how experiencing child abuse increases the behaviours associated with HIV.

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    SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (STIs) - ENVIRONMENTAL SCAN

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2010

    This report presents the results of an environmental scan of available education resources focused on the effects of STIs, and their impact on fertility, pregnancy, and the newborn. Included is a preliminary assessment of the needs of health and allied health professionals in Saskatchewan for resources in this area.

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    SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (STIs) - ENVIRONMENTAL SCAN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2010

    This executive summary is for the report “Sexually Transmitted Infections and Their Effects on Fertility, Pregnancy, and the Newborn: An Environmental Scan of Available Resources and a Preliminary Needs Assessment for Saskatchewan Health Care Providers.”

Sexual and Reproductive Health

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    SOL GORDON SPEAKS - DVD - (40 MIN.)

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2002

    Dr. Sol Gordon is a psychotherapist who specializes in sexual health education. This presentation is in a lecture style. Dr. Gordon is an animated speaker who can hold youths’ attention with his humorous yet informative style. The section at the end of the presentation is very useful as Dr. Gordon opens up the lecture to questions from a high school audience. The questions from the students and Dr. Gordon’s answers are very frank. Teacher/facilitator should view this presentation first. It could be used in sections.

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    THIS AIN'T NO DRESS REHEARSAL: ABSTINENCE AND TEENS - VHS - (27 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 1997

    Using humour and old film clips, Dr. John Young educates about the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases and about abstinence. Youth also speak about the life choices that they have made and how these choices have affected their lives. NOTE: This video must be previewed before showing. Audience: Grades 9-12.

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    REAL PEOPLE: TEEN MOTHERS AND FATHERS SPEAK OUT - VHS - (27 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 1996

    Presents in-depth interviews with real teen mothers and fathers to examine the reasons for teen pregnancy. Gives students a realistic perspective on teenage parenthood and helps them to question and understand their own motivations and behaviour. Discusses how the birth of a child changes everything for both parents. Makes viewers aware of the difficulties a teen mother faces in raising her child, getting an education, and the emotional and financial responsibilities a teen father has to shoulder. Encourages teens to get help for family or school problems and to learn more about contraception. Audience: Grades 9-12, young adults.

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    BEATING THE STREETS - VHS - (48 MIN.)

    National Film Board, 1998

    Narrated by Tom Jackson (North of 60), Beating the Streets traces six years in the lives of Marilyn Brighteyes and Lance Marty, two inner-city Aboriginal teenagers struggling to turn their lives around. It is also the story of Joe Cloutier, the teacher and former dropout who is determined to help them. Marilyn and Lance candidly discuss the abuse and violence that drove them into prostitution and drug dealing. The video also introduces Joe’s innovative approach, combining alternative education and popular theatre as a way to get young people off the streets. Witness the remarkable transformation of Lance and Marilyn from 1986 to 1993 as they become leaders at their school. NOTE: This video must be previewed before GENERAL VIEWING.

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    CONSIDERING YOUR OPTIONS - INFORMATION ON ABSTINENCE AND CONTRACEPTIVE CHOICES FOR TEENAGERS - VHS - (23 MIN.)

    National Education Association Health Information Network, 1998

    In this animated, fast-paced video, “Alex” goes online to learn more about his contraceptive options. This is combined with real teens discussing their choices and concerns about sexual activity and various birth control methods. The video covers the following methods of contraception: abstinence, condoms, birth control pills, Depo-Provera and Norplant, emergency contraception, as well as myths surrounding some methods. Teacher’s Discussion Guide included.

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    DOES IT MATTER? - VHS - (12 MIN.)

    Youth Services Bureau, 2000

    An upbeat video designed by and for youth. This video encourages discussion on gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) issues such as stereotypes and coming out. GLBT youth talk about their experiences in a positive and open manner.

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    THE TRUTH ABOUT SEX (SCHOOL VERSION) - VHS - (30 MIN.)

    Canadian Learning Company, 2001

    This video presents open, honest discussion with several teens about teen pregnancy, teen parenting, and sexually transmitted infections.  Teen parents speak about the impact of being a parent. Teens visit a laboratory for sexually transmitted infection testing and visit a woman living with HIV. Parents speak with Dr. Drew and teens about the roles parents should take in sex and relationship education.

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    THE OTHER SIDE OF BLUE: THE TRUTH ABOUT TEENAGE DEPRESSION - VHS - (31 MIN.)

    Canadian Learning Company, 2001

    A focused look into the often forgotten issue of teenage depression. This video features four teens talking about living with depression. Suicide is discussed, as well as recognition of symptoms. Positive reinforcement is emphasized in seeking help and treatment for depression.

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    THE TRUTH ABOUT BODY IMAGE: THE TEEN FILES SERIES - VHS - (21 MIN).

    Canadian Learning Company, 2001

    Leeza Gibbons hosts a dynamic video about body image. During the video, teens visit a runway model and attend a photo shoot. They also learn how photos are changed in touch-up laboratories. There is brief mention of eating disorders and their relation to body image.

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    A LOVE THAT KILLS - VHS - (20 MIN.)

    National Film Board, 1999

    A Love That Kills is a powerful documentary in which a mother tells the tragic story of her daughter Monica, a 19-year-old who was murdered by her former boyfriend. Monica’s mother speaks about Monica’s life and aspects of physical, emotional, and economic abuse. Symptoms of abuse are highlighted to help viewers identify signs of various forms of violence. This video can be used to encourage discussion for youth learning and establishing relationships.

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    JUST AROUND THE CORNER - FOR GIRLS - VHS - (15 MIN.)

    Marsh Media, 2000

    A self-assured teenager named Megan talks to younger elementary girls about puberty and the changes that lie “just around the corner.” With the assistance of whimsical animated figures, Megan explains the onset of puberty, the physical transformation that puberty brings, the maturation of the female reproductive system, menstruation, the emotional ups and downs of puberty, and the importance of good hygiene and healthy habits. This upbeat program presents a positive attitude towards the changes ahead.

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    Just Around the Corner - For Boys - VHS - (15 MIN.)

    Marsh Media, 2000

    An easygoing teenager named Todd helps prepare younger elementary-level boys for the momentous changes of puberty. With the aid of lighthearted animated figures, Todd explains the onset of puberty, physical alterations that puberty brings, the maturation of the male reproductive system, and other common experiences, such as voice change, moodiness and feelings of awkwardness. Todd also stresses the importance of good hygiene and healthy habits during this time of growth and development.

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    UPDATE: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES - VHS - (29 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 1995

    The video uses scenarios among teenagers as well as comments from an adult running an STD hotline to talk about sexually transmitted diseases. It opens with an introduction on STDs and how they are spread. Scenarios of normal teenagers contracting STDs are used to teach adolescents about various diseases. The video concludes with a list of facts about STDs and what teens can do to prevent them.

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    MOTHERS TOO SOON - VHS - (15 MIN.)

    The National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, 2002

    This is part of two videos: Mothers Too Soon and Fathers Too Soon (2-V-290). These videos explore the lives of several teen parents. Each video provides a first-hand look at how a teen pregnancy impacts the lives of these teens, their children, and families. A discussion guide is provided with each video to help program leaders, teachers, parents, and young people explore in greater depth the issues raised in the videos.

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    FATHERS TOO SOON - VHS - (15 MIN.)

    The National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, 2002

    This is part of two videos: Fathers Too Soon and Mothers Too Soon (2-V-289). These videos explore the lives of several teen parents. Each video provides a first-hand look at how a teen pregnancy impacts the lives of these teens, their children, and families. A discussion guide is provided with each video to help program leaders, teachers, parents, and young people explore in greater depth the issues raised in the videos.

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    PATRICK'S STORY - VHS - (24 MIN.)

    Co-produced by Cooper-Rock Pictures and the NFB, 1999

    Patrick's Story explores what brought a young man to attempt suicide and what turns his life around. With the help of friends and his loving adoptive mother, Patrick begins the search for his identity and spirituality as a Cree man, while discovering his talents in music and acting. NOTE: LANGUAGE WARNING.

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    REMEMBERING TOM: COPING WITH YOUTH SUICIDE - VHS - (24 MIN.)

    Co-produced by Cooper-Rock Pictures and the NFB, 1999

    This documentary underscores a family's grief and bereavement following a suicide. Their strength and resilience provide hope that although we cannot always prevent such a tragedy, we can make choices about how to cope.

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    ON THE EDGE: THE NATURE OF RISK - VHS - (47 MIN.)

    Co-produced by Cooper-Rock Pictures and the NFB, 1999

    Is there something about security-conscious societies that produces this taste for hair-raising adventure? Can genetic factors help explain the phenomenon?  Interviews with Dr. Dean Hamer and Professor Marvin Zuckerman illuminate the culture and science of risk, helping to explain why some people feel fully alive when courting death.

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    REAL PEOPLE: SEX TOO SOON - VHS - (26 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 2000

    Youth as young as 12 or 13 are having intercourse, and the consequences are enormous. Millions of teens contract sexually transmitted infections each year, and girls are at a huge risk of becoming pregnant. Educators and other professionals who work with teens will find this video a valuable resource for helping young people begin to understand the causes and consequences of premature sex. Teacher’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    STUDENT WORKSHOP: BUILDING GOOD RELATIONSHIPS - VHS - (38 MIN).

    Sunburst Visual Media, 2001

    Many teens experience the challenge of knowing how to nurture and maintain bonds with others. This workshop is packed with techniques that can help young people get along better with friends, family, teachers, employers, and schoolmates. Each of the workshop’s four parts deal with a different skill, and overarching all parts is a set of Relationship Rules to provide students with easy-to-remember rules for keeping all of their relationships healthy. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    SEX SMART FOR TEENS: ABSTINENCE - VHS - (27 MIN.)

    Injoy Videos, 2003

    Supercharge your abstinence presentation with Sex Smart for Teens: Abstinence. Using a fresh, non-judgmental approach to presenting essential information, this upbeat program inspires teens to consider abstinence and gives them the skills they need to make it work. It’s fast-paced contemporary style, and engaging teen cast, will attract and hold the attention of your teen audience. Facilitator’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    SEX SMART FOR TEENS: BIRTH CONTROL - VHS - (27 MIN.)

    Injoy Videos, 2003

    Teens need honest information about birth control, especially with the variety of choices available today. This up-to-date program presents the facts and encourages teens to make smart decisions about sex, without sounding preachy. Sex Smart for Teens: Birth Control entertains as it educates with its fast-paced style, teen-friendly cast, and humourous approach. Facilitator’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    REAL PEOPLE: TEENS TALK ABOUT ALCOHOL, SEX, AND VIOLENCE - VHS - (18 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 2001

    This video presents real teens talking about their personal experiences and those of their peers who drank alcohol and suffered negative consequences either because of their own behaviour or someone else’s. The program focuses on unwanted sex, sex crimes, and other nonsexual kinds of violence. Teacher’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

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    REAL PEOPLE: RELATIONSHIPS - WHEN THEY HELP ... WHEN THEY HURT - VHS - (28 MIN.)

    Sunburst Visual Media, 1997

    This video offers examples of healthy and unhealthy relationships.  Advises when and how to work on an unhealthy relationship and when and how to get out. Uses a mini-quiz to help viewers identify whether they are in an unhealthy relationship. Audience: Grades 7-12.

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    MY BODY BELONGS TO ME - VHS - (31 MIN.)

    Dillingham Productions, Sunburst Visual Media, 2006

    In this video, young viewers are ‘empowered’ to prevent themselves from becoming the victims of sexual abuse. Through age-appropriate information, viewers can learn that their bodies belong to them and there are definite restrictions on who else they should allow to touch it. Audience: Kindergarten - Grade 2. This video comes with a booklet.

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    THE TALK: AN INTERCOURSE ON COMING OF AGE - DVD - (50 MIN.)

    Youth Performance Company, 2006

    This 50 minute DVD is designed to facilitate discussion about sexual health issues with youth over 12 and adults. The DVD can be used as a whole or chapter by chapter as appropriate. NOTE: Adult facilitators MUST preview the content to make sure that it is appropriate for their audience. A discussion guide is included.

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    A GRADE NINE SEXUAL HEALTH UNIT - MANUAL

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute

    This manual was developed by the Regina Sexual Health Coalition and funded by the Advisory Committee on Family Planning to support grade nine health educators to help teach abstinence, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, and contraception. This manual requires school division board approval prior to teaching.

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    PREGNANT AND DIAGNOSED WITH HIV - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Finding out that you are HIV positive can be overwhelming and scary. Finding out you are HIV positive while you are pregnant can cause more fear and can raise questions about the impact this diagnosis will have on both you and your new baby. This brochure explains what HIV/AIDS is and how it can be treated.

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    A NEW MOTHER AND HIV POSITIVE - BROCHURE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Mothers who are HIV positive may face additional challenges. If you are a mother and are HIV positive, it is important to take care of yourself so that both you and your baby can stay healthy. This brochure talks about staying healthy, deciding if you should breastfeed or not, as well as information on dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.

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    HIV AND PREGNANCY CARE GUIDE - GUIDE

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This guide covers such topics as HIV/AIDS in Saskatchewan; Modes of Transmission of HIV; HIV Testing During Pregnancy; Prenatal Algorithm; HIV Treatment and Drug Management; After-Care for Babies of HIV Positive Women; Barriers to HIV Transmission Prevention and Prenatal Care; and Motivational Approaches.

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    HIV/AIDS AND CHILD ABUSE - POSTER

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2012

    This poster talks about the connection between how experiencing child abuse increases the behaviours associated with HIV.

First Nations Traditional Teachings

  • 2-V-230 Loan

    BEATING THE STREETS - VHS - (48 MIN.)

    National Film Board, 1998

    Narrated by Tom Jackson (North of 60), Beating the Streets traces six years in the lives of Marilyn Brighteyes and Lance Marty, two inner-city Aboriginal teenagers struggling to turn their lives around. It is also the story of Joe Cloutier, the teacher and former dropout who is determined to help them. Marilyn and Lance candidly discuss the abuse and violence that drove them into prostitution and drug dealing. The video also introduces Joe’s innovative approach, combining alternative education and popular theatre as a way to get young people off the streets. Witness the remarkable transformation of Lance and Marilyn from 1986 to 1993 as they become leaders at their school. NOTE: This video must be previewed before GENERAL VIEWING.

  • 2-V-301 Loan

    PATRICK'S STORY - VHS - (24 MIN.)

    Co-produced by Cooper-Rock Pictures and the NFB, 1999

    Patrick's Story explores what brought a young man to attempt suicide and what turns his life around. With the help of friends and his loving adoptive mother, Patrick begins the search for his identity and spirituality as a Cree man, while discovering his talents in music and acting. NOTE: LANGUAGE WARNING.

Parents as Educators

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    RAISING HEALTHY KIDS: FAMILIES TALK ABOUT SEXUAL HEALTH - VHS - (60 MIN.)

    Media Works Inc., 1997

    This set of two 30-minute videos with discussion guides is designed to help families of young children, preadolescents, or adolescents communicate about sexual health. The first video is for parents of young children. It includes interviews with children, parents, and experts and features discussion about inappropriate touch and more. The second video is for parents of preadolescents and adolescents. It includes interviews with young people, parents, and experts and features discussion about values, listening, avoiding absolutes, mixed messages, relationships, and more.

  • 2-V-264 Loan

    THE TRUTH ABOUT SEX (SCHOOL VERSION) - VHS - (30 MIN.)

    Canadian Learning Company, 2001

    This video presents open, honest discussion with several teens about teen pregnancy, teen parenting, and sexually transmitted infections. Teen parents speak about the impact of being a parent. Teens visit a laboratory for sexually transmitted infection testing and visit a woman living with HIV. Parents speak with Dr. Drew and teens about the roles parents should take in sex and relationship education.

  • 2-V-329 Loan

    SEX SMART FOR TEENS: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS - VHS - (27 MIN.)

    Injoy Videos, 2003

    Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are all too common among teens. This engaging program provides essential health information, including clear instruction on STI prevention. With a respectful tone and touches of humour, Sex Smart for Teens: STIs shows how an “it won’t happen to me” attitude can be dangerous for teens. Facilitator’s Guide included. Audience: Grade 7 - 12.

  • 2-V-359 Loan

    THE TALK: AN INTERCOURSE ON COMING OF AGE - DVD - (50 MIN.)

    Youth Performance Company, 2006

    This 50 minute DVD is designed to facilitate discussion about sexual health issues with youth over 12 and adults. The DVD can be used as a whole or chapter by chapter as appropriate. NOTE: Adult facilitators MUST preview the content to make sure that it is appropriate for their audience. A discussion guide is included.

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    ACFP SEXUAL HEALTH EDUCATION SURVEY - SUMMARY REPORT

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2008

    The Advisory Committee on Family Planning Sexual Health Education Survey investigated parental attitudes toward sexual health education in the province of Saskatchewan between October 2006 and February 2007.  Survey results provide insight into Saskatchewan parents’ ideas about sexual health education, their attitudes and expectations, and their perceptions of their own knowledge and comfort with providing sexual health education to their school-aged children.  The findings provide a basis for discussion regarding current school-based sexual health education approaches and whether these approaches are meeting the needs of Saskatchewan families with school-aged children.

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    PARENTS AS SEXUAL HEALTH EDUCATORS - LITERATURE REVIEW AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCAN

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    Research indicates adolescents regard their parents as important sources of information about sexual health. The literature review and environmental scan discusses the need for sexual health education and parental-adolescent communication surrounding sexual health. Obstacles to effective sexual health discussions and how to overcome these are present along with a list of web-based resources that are available.

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    PARENTS AS SEXUAL HEALTH EDUCATORS - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, 2011

    This executive summary provides highlights from the “Parents as Sexual Health Educators: Literature Review and Environmental Scan.”

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First Nations Traditional Teachings

Parents as Sexual Health Educators

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References

SEX? - A Healthy Sexuality Resource - Booklet

This booklet is a non-judgmental presentation of facts developed to help young people make informed decisions about relationships and sex and includes such topics as: decision making, sexual assault, sexually transmitted infections, and contraception.

The booklet was developed by a working group made up of staff of the Nova Scotia Office of Health Promotion and Protection and departments of Health and Education, District Public Health Services and a plain language writer.

Other contributing members of the working group included youth representatives and community partners. More than 500 youth were consulted to find out what they wanted and needed to know and to review a draft of the resource. The resource was reviewed by parents and teachers in rural and urban areas throughout the province. The resource was also reviewed by national and provincial experts in the field of sexual health and sex education.

Sex? A Healthy Sexuality Resource
http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/publications/11032_sexbook_en.pdf

Resources for Youth

What You Need to Know About Dating Violence: A Teen’s Handbook
http://www.loveisnotabuse.com/web/guest/teen

STI Pamphlet from Public Health Agency of Canada
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publiat/std-mts/pdf/sti_pamph_e.pdf

Written for Young People by Young People on Sexual Health Related Issues
http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/index.php?option+com_content&task=view&id=469

Healthy Relationships
www.loveisnotabuse.com/web/guest/teen

Be Yourself: Questions and Answers for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth
http://www.qrd.org/qrd/youth/be.yourself

Growing Up Okay
http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/publications/11020_growingupokbooklet_feb10_en.pdf

Resources for Parents

A Parent’s Guide to Teen Dating Violence
http://www.loveisnotabuse.com/web/guest/aparentsguide

Talk to Me: Sexuality Education for Parents from Public Health Agency of Canada
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/ttm-pm/index.html

A Parent's Handbook: How to Talk to Your Children about Developing Healthy Relationships
http://www.loveisnotabuse.com/web/guest/parentsofchildrenhandbook

Resources for Professionals

General Resource Websites for Professionals:
www.safehealthyschools.org

Specific Documents:
Inventory of Policies, Practices, Resource and Research Related to School-based and School-linked Education (2007)
http://www.safehealthyschools.org/Sexual%20Health%20Inventory%20v1%20June%205%20071.pdf

Update Report on Teen Pregnancy Prevention
http://www.beststart.org/resources/rep_health/pdf/teen_pregnancy.pdf

With One Voice 2007: America’s Adults and Teens Sound off About Teen Pregnancy
http://www.teenpregnancy.org/resources/data/pdf/WOV2007_fulltext.pdf

Kiss and Tell: What Teens Say about Love, Trust and Other Relationship Stuff
http://www.thenationalcampaign.org/resources/pdf/pubs/kiss_tell.pdf

Not Yet! Programs to Delay First Sex Among Teens
http://www.thenationalcampaign.org/resources/pdf/pubs/NotYet.pdf

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