EmmOvin-Abstinence, vows, & education

Teaching youth’s abstinence only gives them a chance to learn how to say no and does not teach them any effective method of how to prevent unintended pregnancy and diseases such as STIs and AIDS.  We have to acknowledge that a substantial numbers of youths are sexually active and it is our responsibility to give them the facts necessary as well as the resources so that they can better protect themselves and others form this society.

            Regardless of when the youths choose to begin sexual activity, they all must be prepared to become sexually healthy adults and provided with the knowledge and skills necessary to avoid HIV, other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancy.  Besides, majority of the youths who take a vow are more likely to involve in risky behavior such as oral and anal sex, which might increase their risk of HIV and AIDS.  Teaching responsible sex would not change the inconstancy of teen behavior.  No matter how much you emphasize about abstinence, if the youths decide to have sex, they will have it anyway.  Having the youths saying no would not change the fact that some of them are sexual active and it would not reduce the rate of teen pregnancy.  For example, telling a kid who does not know how to swim not to go in a pool without providing him/her a life jacket does him/her no good.  Whereas, if you were to tell him that the pool is dangerous but if he/she chooses to go in the pool use the life jacket.  Therefore, both abstinence and responsible sex should be taught so that the youth would be aware and informed.

Educating the youths about the risk of sexual behavior and pre-caution they can take are the best way to increase their awareness and prevent many diseases.  Yes, I do believe society should encourage youths to delay sexual behaviors until they are ready physically, cognitively, and emotionally for mature sexual relationships.  However, society must also recognize that a majority of youths have misconception about sex education and what considered being appropriate. Lastly, sex education should have no boundaries, and it should include all the information necessary so that youth can have a better understanding of all aspects of sex and sexuality.

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