Who is the best person to come to if your boyfriend/girlfriend wants to have sex but you don't?

The first person to talk to is your boyfriend or girlfriend. If they want to have sex and you don't, you're allowed to say no. You don't need someone else's permission or backup to do that. "I don't want to" is a complete reason.

If you've said no and they keep pushing, or if you feel like you can't say no to them directly, that's when talking to someone else helps.

A friend you trust is often a good starting point. Sometimes just saying it out loud to someone who knows you can help you feel more confident about where you stand.

If it's more serious and you feel pressured or scared, talk to an adult you trust. That could be a parent, a teacher, a school counsellor, or an older family member. You can also contact Childline on 0800 1111 if you'd rather talk to someone outside your life. It's confidential.

You should never have to have sex to keep someone happy or to stop them being annoyed with you.

The first person to talk to is your boyfriend or girlfriend. You are allowed to say no. You do not need a reason. "I do not want to" is enough.

If you have said no and they keep pushing, or if you feel like you cannot say no to them, then talk to someone else.

A friend you trust is a good start. If it is more serious and you feel pressured or scared, talk to an adult you trust. That could be a parent, teacher, or school counsellor. You can also call Childline on 0800 1111.

You should never have to have sex just to keep someone happy.