The Importance Of Sex Education In Schools Remains Controversial:Goes by many names

The Importance of Sex Education in Schools Remains Controversial

Written by: Yolanda Kinlock June 2, 2018

Sex Education has become a controversial issue not only within the educational system, but also within society; partly due to religious ideologies and fear. Some parents tend to adopt the "if they don't ask; then don't tell" mentality to avoid discussing the sex talk. But guess what your children need to be told. If children are not educated about the consequences of engaging in sexual activities at an appropriate age, they will explore on their own.

While it is frightening to think of what children are exposed to in this generation we have to face reality. What was hidden from children years ago is not hidden today; they have access to more inappropriate and vile things through the internet, television, and social media, than children did years ago.

As strange as it may sound there are some parents who still believe that sex education focuses particularly on sexual intercourse, therefore they are afraid. But the majority of the general population knows that is an inaccurate belief.

While some individuals may disagree with me, I believe it is vital that sex education is taught in schools, because it consists of other elements. It was reported that sex education is the "provisions of information in regard to bodily development, sexuality, sex, relationships, health and health risks; in accordance with the necessary skill building to help young individuals communicate freely with their parents, and intimate partners about using conceptions and condoms, in addition to making decisions regarding sex.

Therefore, it is crucial that the teachers who are assigned to teaching sex education are well knowledgeable within the subject to avoid misinforming young individuals. It is important to note that the instructor's lack of knowledge can be detrimental to the young individuals' health, and their decision making.

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Teenage pregnancy still exists, and sexually transmitted diseases are not always curable. Schools should be urged to adopt the National Sexuality Education Standards and require comprehensive sexual health programs.

Sex education should not be treated as an extra curriculum; it should be incorporated into general studies, because young individuals need to be informed. When young individuals are not provided with necessary information that can guide them to make better decisions, who do we blame? Do we blame the individuals for not thinking things through, or do we blame the schools or the parents, who did not properly educate them. If a person does not know about a particular topic, how can he or she be fully blamed for their decision or actions?

There are various cases where young children are caught in compromising situations with other children in school which are sometimes due to curiosity. Or maybe a dare, or intimidation, and when the parents are called into their children's school to discuss the matter they tend to scream and cry, then blame the children and judge them. The question is who is truly at fault? The blame should not be put totally on the children; the responsibility is not a one-way street.

Based on the conflicts and turmoil that are created due to lack of knowledge most people will agree that The Members of Congress should be urged to support the Real Education for Healthy Youth Act, to continue to help to educate the young individuals.

Goes by many names : The Importance Of Sex Education In Schools Remains Controversial