Debunking Sex Myths & Dodging Sex Guilt

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INTRODUCTION
Narrator: “Hi, my name is _____ and today we’ll be discussing the truth behind various sex
myths. From the classic ‘slut shaming’ to the genuine misinformation, we’re here to tackle it all.
What many people think they know to be true about sexual activity and sex as a whole actually
couldn’t be further from reality. Sex myths and sex guilt trips have unfortunately been a part of
society for as long as we can remember, but thankfully, we’re here today to flip the narrative
surrounding sexual activity. Stay tuned as we debunk sex myths and dodge sex guilt trips.”

VIDEO CONTENT
Myth #1: The pull-out method can be used as a stand-alone method of birth control.
SCRIPT:
Speaker: “Many people think that the pull-out method, also called the withdrawal method,
can be used as a stand-alone method of birth control. However, according to Planned
Parenthood, the pull-out method is 73% effective in preventing pregnancy, meaning that
27/100 individuals who use this method get pregnant each year. Additionally, according to
the 2019 National College Health Assessment survey, 44.6% of sexually active Georgia
College students reported using the withdrawal method as a form of contraception the last
time they had vaginal intercourse. It is suggested that if you choose to use the pull-out
method, you do so in combination with another birth control method. It is also important to
note that the withdrawal method alone does not provide any protection against STIs.”

Myth #2: Anal sex doesn’t count as sex.

SCRIPT:
Speaker: “A lot of people subscribe to the idea that anal sex is not sex, when, in truth, there
are so many different kinds of sex. There is vaginal sex, manual sex, oral sex, and anal sex.
Ranking these different types in accordance to how “pure” or “impure” they are leads to
toxic, sex negative attitudes surrounding sexuality. As long as it’s consensual and safe, there
is nothing wrong with having sex of any kind.”

Myth #3: Oral and anal intercourse are safer than vaginal sex.
SCRIPT:
 Speaker: “It is a common misconception that oral and anal intercourse are safer than
vaginal sex. Realistically speaking, ‘safe’ is a relative term. If you are concerned about
pregnancy, then yes, oral and anal sex are safer than vaginal sex when it comes to
pregnancy. When it comes to STI transmission, however, oral and anal sex are not
necessarily safer. Many STIs, such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, HPV, herpes,
syphilis, and HIV can be transmitted via oral sex. During anal sex, anal tearing can occur,
which can become a portal of entry for STIs. In order to prevent STI transmission during oral
sex, use a condom or dental dam, and during anal or vaginal sex, use either an external or
internal condom. It is also important to remember to get tested for STIs on a regular basis.”

Myth #4: If an individual with a vulva has a lot of vaginal sex, their vagina will become “loose”
and less pleasurable for their partner.
SCRIPT:
Speaker: “There is a common belief that if an individual with a vulva has a lot of vaginal sex,
their vagina will become ‘loose’ and less pleasurable for their partner. This belief is entirely
untrue. Vaginal muscle tissue is very elastic, and nothing is going to make it ‘looser.’ This
false idea that vaginas become ‘loose’ after having a lot of vaginal sex is very societally
damaging, especially for individuals who have a vagina. It can bring about unnecessary and
unfair shame and ridicule. The bottom line is that no amount of vaginal sex is going to make
a vagina ‘loose,’ and we need to stop believing otherwise.”

Myth #5: Having a lot of sex is bad and shameful.

SCRIPT:
Speaker: “A lot of people think that having a lot of sex is bad and shameful. More
specifically, it’s common for individuals who are socialized as women to be shamed for
having a lot of sex, whereas those who are socialized as men are often praised for doing the
exact same thing. This way of thinking is called slut-shaming, and it is nothing but hurtful
and misguided. There is absolutely nothing wrong with having a lot of sex, as long as you
are safe and prioritize consent. After all, sex is pleasurable, fun, and natural.”

Myth #6: Condoms don’t fit.

SCRIPT:
Speaker: “Some people claim that they don’t wear condoms because they ‘don’t fit.’ In
reality, this claim is false and blatantly unrealistic. Latex condoms are incredibly stretchy,
and condoms, as a whole, come in a variety of different shapes, sizes, flavors, textures, and
colors. It’s important to note that it might take some time to find your preferred condom,
but don’t write off all condoms just because one didn’t work.”
Myth #7: Condoms are only for penises.
SCRIPT:
Speaker: “A general misunderstanding surrounding condoms is that they are only for
penises. In addition to the widely known external condom, there exists a lesser known
internal condom. The internal condom is just as effective and safe as the external condom,
and allows for someone with a vagina to take agency and control over their own protection.
Internal condoms may take some time to get used to, but when used correctly, they can be
undetectable. They can be inserted hours before intercourse, and they give users flexibility
and control over their sexual and reproductive health without having to rely on a partner.
Overall, condoms can be used by people of all genders, ages, and sexualities, and using
them is the safest way for sexually active people to prevent STI transmission.”

Myth #8: Condoms are unreliable and can break or slip off easily.
SCRIPT:
Speaker: “Another common myth surrounding condoms is that they are unreliable and
can break or slip off easily, but when used correctly, condoms effectively prevent the
transmission of most STIs, including HIV, and have a real-life efficacy rate of about 85%
in preventing pregnancy. If used perfectly every single time, condoms are 98% effective
in preventing pregnancy, but it’s important to remember that people aren’t perfect.
Using a condom correctly means opening the condom carefully, placing it on an erect
penis, and using adequate water-based lubrication. It’s also important to note that
condom manufacturers have rigorous quality-assurance guidelines in place to ensure
that their products are safe and effective.”

CONCLUSION:
Narrator: “As you can see, there are so many different sex myths circulating in today’s society.
Because of this, it’s important that we do our part to educate ourselves about what’s true and
untrue surrounding sexuality, and this video can serve as a tool to guide part of that education.
I hope you learned some new things, or reinforced what you already knew, through watching
this video. Thanks for watching!”