The article The Naked Truth About Sex Ed brings up the issue on how to talk to teens about sex. Should we continue the old "Just Say No" motto, or can we start being more realistic. This is one issue that really bothers me. Teenager's views on sex have changed drastically over the years. Both STD's and teenage pregnancy are becoming more common in today's society. So instead of just promoting abstinence, why not discuss other options and promote safe sex. This article discusses a book that is more open to teenage sex. This book is a guide to safe sex and choices for teens and adults in their early twenties. It discusses STD's, pregnancy, and other issues. It also discusses how important communication is between partners. So, what is the right way to educate students and teenagers? Through books like this or the usual Sex Ed program?
posted by Katie Boquard at 6:18 PM
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I'm not sure which is the right way. What's right for one may not be right for another teen. The problem is teenagers are not emotionally equipped for that close of a relationship. They also may know all about safe sex, however many teens seem to have this feeling of invincibility. Things always happen to someone else, not me. The "Just Say No" policy is best for teens, however they just are mature enough to believe it.
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