Question

Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, may seem like a personal matter, but they can also have a serious impact on your social life. Imagine that a classmate has been diagnosed with an STI, and now the whole school knows. How do you think this would affect him/her socially?

Answer 1

Answer: Keep it simple

It is common knowledge that those who have a known STI face ostracism, even outside of school in adulthood. This can be even worse in a school environment where there is a general misunderstanding and stereotyping of people with STIs. Students frequently bully or alienate one another, which makes their lives extremely difficult. This may actually have an impact on the student's social life and general wellbeing in the future as an adult.

Answer 2

Ostracization of those with a known STI is well known in the public domain, even in adult non-school life. This can be even greater in the school setting, as there is a common general misunderstanding and stereotyping that occurs with those that have STI's. Student's will commonly bully or isolate the student, making the lives of the subject very hard. This can actually affect the students social life and well being from then and onward later in their adult life.