If someone decides to finish a relationship, regardless of what has happened or how much hurt it causes, there is not much the partner can do about it. Sometimes people think that the relationship is going to last forever and often feel closer to someone if they have sex, however if both partners don’t feel the same then someone is likely to get hurt.There is often a focus on the risk of physical problems like unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, however it is our experience that many more young people are concerned about and affected by emotional hurt far more often. Often if sex has taken place between the couple then the hurt can be greater. That is why it is important to choose partners carefully and also think carefully before having sex. Have a look at our pages Love vs Infatuation and 101 Ways to Say I Love You