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Let's talk side effects and birth control!
They exist and they vary, with some examples being headaches, nausea, mood changes, to name a few.
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#InTheKnowThursdays for August are here - and this one has info on a commonly used method of birth control: Birth control pill (or "the pill")!
Love this from our friends at @sieccan.bsky.social
Fact-checking doesn’t have to be overwhelming — these 2 tips are a great place to start.
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Fact-checking can be hard sometimes!
However, here are 2 easy tips for you to start with:
1️⃣ Compare the info to expert consensus.
2️⃣ Check if there’s a source - or run it through a fact-checker.
Source: APA (2023) – Health Misinformation Report
www.apa.org/pubs/reports...
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WHILE looking for accurate information online... it might not always be clear you are looking at misinformation...
However, there are CLUES to look for!
Have you ever heard of Prebunking?
As part of our #InTheKnowThursdays, we are sharing a useful strategy to help mitigate the negative effects of misinformation. It is called Prebunking. 📚
Prebunking involves showing false information and explaining why it is false.
Our #InTheKnowThursdays posts are here to help make sure credible information can be easily recognized.
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There's A LOT of sexual health info online—but not all of it is trustworthy. So what does ACCURATE info actually look like?
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Wondering if something you saw about sexual health is trustworthy? Start with a few key questions ✨:
Where did this come from?
Is it in line with what trusted health educators and professionals agree on?
Is it just a bold claim with no source or evidence?
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Concerned about sexual health misinformation?
@sieccan.bsky.social's new project empowers educators to equip parents & youth with accurate info. Follow their #MythBustingMondays & #InTheKnowThursdays for tips!
Stay informed: www.sieccan.org/misinformation
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Each week we will debunk myths, offer tips, and share facts about sexual health and sexual health education #MythBustingMondays #InTheKnowThursdays ✨