Should children be given sex education in schools?

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  • Children need sex education, because the alternative is ignorance.

    The problem with not giving children sex education in schools is that it is impossible to know what their parents are or are not telling them. Without sex education, boys and girls going through puberty can easily have no idea of how the biology of sex works, and this can lead to unintended pregnancies and STDs.

    Yes EqualClaud72

  • I believe children should be given sex education in schools because, if they are not given sex education, there is a large chance of an incident happening where education could have prevented a negative outcome.

    As social media portrays sex more and more, children are more exposed to sex, and may become intrigued it at an earlier and earlier age. Children need to be educated about sex, so that they can be safe if they choose to have sex at an early age, and so they know the potential consequences of having sex at a young age.

    Yes SpiffyStefan

  • Yes, children should be given sex education in school, because it is an important part of life.

    Sex education is an important part of life. In school, children are supposed to be taught about life. Sex education should be required because, if they are not given it, the children may grow up to believe sex is a bad thing, no matter what. Also, if they are not taught, they may hear one thing from friends, even if it isn't true, which would cause terrible misunderstandings in the future. Sex education should be taught in school, because it prepares students for life, and avoids any misunderstandings students may have.

    Yes ViolentKurt59

  • children should learn about sex education but they should learn it at a certain age.

    There are many facts that teens under the age of 13 receive sex education before they enter high school. teen s so early in age should not learn until their high school year so they could learn it the right way.

    Yes Anonymous

  • Children should be given sexual education in schools because parents in general are very uneducated about what is and isn't a good approach and may cause undue harm.

    There is a science behind sexual education and it is definitely a part of the study of the human anatomy and operations. Both sexes need to understand how the body works, the fact that their feelings are natural and that there are means to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy. The last two mentioned cause more harm than could be caused by discussions the issues at hand.

    Yes daveyxh

  • Offering sex education is one of the schools' responsibilities.

    Sex education is one of the most important education for students and you should not disregard the possibility of young students who are not in a good situation enough to get sex education. Therefore schools are also responsible for offering whatever kind of education possible.

    Yes Anonymous

  • we should promote sex education in schools..

    prevent from immoral attitude among teenagers..

    Yes Anonymous

  • Children should be given sex education in schools, because many parents are too nervous or selfish to talk to their children about sex.

    Sex education is important in schools because many parents are to nervous to teach their kids anything about sex. Many parents selfishly think that because they are uncomfortable talking about sex that their children will not have questions, or will not need to know about sex. The truth is that we are all sexual beings, and having information can help us make the choices that are right for us.

    Yes EvelynP

  • It's important to educate children on sex in order to prevent teen pregnancy, disease and other harmful situations.

    If children have no knowledge on things of a sexual nature, I think there would be a lot more sexual abuse as well and children would be unable to recognize that. I do think that sometimes sex education is taught when children are too young, however there are young children getting pregnant and having sex so it's like a double edged sword because it's important that they know about contraception options and disease prevention.

    Yes jaamata

  • Children should be given sex education

    I believe children should be given sex education in school. The age is the real question. In my opinion it should be around 8th grade. I feel that when they are taught this type of material they would be more likely to be safe should they have a sexual encounter. Learning these things early will help stop the spread of any diseases that are sexually transmitted.

    Yes dadude913

  • Children should be given sex education to promote safe sex.

    While abstinence should be stressed, children should be given sex education to help prevent unwanted pregnancies and STD's by teaching children about safe sex. I believe this because without education, it increases these things tremendously, and the innocence in my opinion, is really not an issue.

    Yes IeonBauer

  • Children should be given complete sex education in schools, according to what is appropriate for their age; it will prepare them properly for realities in life and protect them.

    It has been clearly demonstrated that kids who are taught abstinence only are more likely to get STDs and have abortions. In order to prepare young people for their own sexual development and urges and how to deal with the sexual advances of the people in their lives they must be educated in a matter of fact way and instructed how to protect and prepare themselves. Abstinence only education results in ignorant, not innocent kids and adults.

    Yes SingBentl

  • I support sex education in schools, as this is information all children need to have.

    Every child ought to receive sex education in schools at an appropriate age. In addition to the basic anatomical and biological information, students also need to know how to prevent unwanted pregnancy and avoid sexually transmitted diseases. They should also be taught the responsibility that one is taking on when one decides to become sexually active.

    Yes ZxcutieGeorg

  • Children should receive sex ed in school because where else are they going to learn it?

    Children should receive sex ed in school because where else are they going to learn it? Most parents are going to be too embarrassed to talk about it. The ones that aren't are most likely either going to frame it as a moral question ("Don't do it,") or be so ill-informed that they wouldn't be teaching the kids. Teaching facts without bias is what schools are for.

    Yes H0bi3Invader

  • There are a number of sex education curricula that are appropriate for schools, as they provide only medically accurate information and do not present any particular moral view as better than any other.

    These curricula have been used successfully in Western Europe, where teen pregnancy rates are consistently low. An appropriate and effective curriculum teaches age-appropriate information (for instance, teaching first graders the names of all their body parts and explaining appropriate and inappropriate touching) and exposes students to different decision-making models. It's a public health responsibility to ensure that the public has medically appropriate information. Families with specific moral views need not feel threatened by children learning scientific/medical information, as families can teach how their particular morals fit in with the medical aspects of sexuality.

    Yes DVargas

  • Knowledge is important in every aspect of life, including sex education.

    The more information a child has about sex, the better decisions he or she will make. Naivety in any area should be avoided. It is important that young people understand the risks associated with sex. Sex education is a subject to be learned, just like every other subject. The question should not be if sex education should be taught, but at what age.

    Yes VasilBuddy

  • Children should be taught sex education in school provided the information is biologically based and not biased by the religious right.

    Sex education should be taught in the schools provided is it biologically based. There are a lot of older people that are ignorant of the ways STD's are spread or how the body really works. If left to parents, often the information is psychologically twisted or incorrect, based on their lack of education and experience. The means of limiting pregnancy should also be taught and if the parents don't believe in it, they should be responsible for convincing their children their view is the right one.

    Yes Nik0Interior

  • Children should be given sex education in schools, because it's information they need to know.

    Students should be given sex education around the time they hit puberty age and then again periodically as they get older. Kids need to know the truth about sex and the risks involved. They also need to know the best ways to minimize those risks. Not teaching children about these things is just begging them to develop unwanted pregnancies and spread diseases. They need to know how everything works from an early age.

    Yes TwoVic

  • Sex education should be taught in schools to prevent the problems caused by ignorance about sex.

    Ignorance of any subject is usually one the chief reasons for the problems associated with that subject. Sex is no different. It is an important and inescapable part of life and children need to understand it. An age appropriate curriculum of sex education can be used to explain and prevent the spread of sexually transmitted disease and unwanted pregnancy. While no particular system of morality needs to be endorsed, a complete sex education provides children the information necessary to make informed choices concerning their sexual activity. Sex education allows a child to say yes or no from a position of knowledge instead of a position of ignorance or fear.

    Yes FauIQu3y

  • Children should be given sex education in schools because they are already receiving the information through the media and from other children.

    Children should be given sex education in schools because they are already receiving the information through the media and from other children. I believe that sex education should be taught in schools because it is needed to provide the correct information and accurate facts that might already be available to children through television, the internet and from other students. Children today have access to countless avenues of information, some of which may not be correct and can lead to mistakes in later life. When sex education is taught in school at the proper time it can dispel many rumors and lies about sex and provide a realistic view of sex and reproduction. While many students will have sex regardless of the information and because of peer pressure, the education may make those students more safe and alert them to the consequences and dangers of sex.

    Yes 53r3n3Piers

  • Yes, it might be the only way they learn the facts of life, factually.

    I think kids should have sex education in school because it's important that young people learn about sex and all the consequences of having it. They need to be given facts about venereal diseases and pregnancy and prevention in a straightforward way which might be difficult for some parents to convey to their children. Kids need to be aware that they are not immune to some serious, life altering changes if they go out and have sex and don't use protection. They should also be made aware that abstinence is also an option.

    Yes PinkMych

  • I believe that it is better to teach kids about sex than what to think about it or nothing at all

    Children should be educated about sex. Not only will it inform them of a natural human behavior, but it is the most affective method for preventing STD's and unwanted pregnancies. Additionally when children know exactly what sex is, they can also know what molestation is, and are more likely to protect themselves or get help. Keeping kids in the dark, or just telling them not to have sex has not worked. The best we can do is provide them with accurate information so when they approach sex they can make an informed decision.

    Yes XglossyWynd

  • Children need to know the facts about sex and the best way to ensure that they learn the truth is to teach it in school like any other subject.

    Knowing the facts about sex is important. Kids cannot make good choices if they don't know what's true and what's not and let's face it, many adults have very inaccurate beliefs when it comes to sex, or their too embarrassed to talk with their children about sex.. In an ideal world parents would know everything and would pass their knowledge on to their children but we don't live in an ideal world. All children need to know the truth about sex and the only way to ensure this happens is by teaching it at school by professionals.

    Yes R42uCIau
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  • Countries without sex ed has markedly lower teen pregnancies and STIs.

    It is the duty of parents preferably of same sex, girl should get from mom and boy should get this education from dad. Surprisingly, teen pregnancies and STIs in teen are very low in a society where no sex ed is given in school compared to the society where it is provided in schools.

    No Anonymous

  • no

    Sex education should not be taught in school ever because since the schools started adding it to the curriculum there have been more teen pregnancies

    No Anonymous

  • it is greatly parent duty to teach sex educatin to their children

    often more teachers don"t know exactky behaviors or attitudes of their students but it is very simple for parents to do it

    No Anonymous

  • Children should not be taught sex education in school.

    The parents should teach there children about sex. It is there child. In schools they show a video that is basicly porn while they are un the fifth grade! They are to young to learn at that age. They will also what to have sex afterwards. Sex education is wrong do not let you kids learn from school.

    No Anonymous

  • Children should not be taught sex education in schools as it is a parental duty.

    Children should not be taught sex education in schools because it is an infringement of parental duties. Morality and sexual deportment are areas of behavior that the school systems have no right to access in the minds of young children. Often times the process of sex education does little more than give children the tools to become sexually active at a younger age than normal.

    No ThegaXen
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