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What should public schools teach our children about sex? It can be a complex question, especially when dealing with morals, social norms, pop culture, hormones and health. When students sit down for their sex education, should teachers embrace an abstinence-only policy?
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Abstinence Education is Mis-Named
This doesnt really make sense to me.
All the things listed under what is taught in 'abstinence-only' sex-ed seems to have nothing to do with sex? I mean I see how they might relate but thats not really sex-ed. It is true that a child under 18 doesnt have the capacity to raise a child *while some might*, but this is why they need to be taught how to not get pregunant.
- HAYDEN
February 11, 2009 10:41PM
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Sex-ed...?
You are exactly right. All of the subjects listed seemed more like self help book titles than something that had to do with sex-ed. Yes, they all have at least some tiny relation to sexual behavior but do not educate students about sex in any way, shape, or form. Also, those listed are all very subjective. You can't be taught about love, and similar emotions...you just can't. Emotions cannot be taught and relationship guidelines should not be taught either. Those topics belong either in church or between parents and children. The school should in no way teach students about love and relationships, other than how to keep themselves safe.
- Kurtis34
February 25, 2009 4:01PM
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