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The youth as of today must be armed with accurate information, confidential health services and a secure stake in the future so that they can be trusted to behave responsibly. Despite of the extensive efforts provided by educators who are teaching sex education to these youngsters, still many myths about sex education arise. There are several arguments against sex education that are incorrect. Hence, here is some information which can help educators respond to statements which are read more…

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“The forbidden fruit tastes the sweetest”, as they say. What are forbidden, we like to explore. Just like having sex during menstruation, it is against the norm but a lot of people are doing it. Sex during menstruation still remains to be a very intriguing women’s sexual health issue up to date. Having sex during menstruation is considered a taboo in most of the cultures. Due to this fact, women who have tried engaging in this activity read more…

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Sex education is something that teens really need nowadays. The main reason for this is protection, protection from the dangers of unsafe sex, sexuality transmitted diseases and a ruined future. Teaching sex education has several goals. It aims to reduce risks of unwanted pregnancies, acquisition of sexually transmitted diseases and enhance the quality of relationships. Sex education also shapes individuals by developing their ability in making wise decisions over their entire lifetime. If these goals are met, read more…

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Sex education is already being taught in many schools worldwide and is part of their curriculum for many years now. Though this may be the case, still a lot of issues arise when the topic of sex education is brought up. Since this is a very delicate issue, controversies are abundant. Many parents are in favor of having sex education taught to their children and there is a very small percentage of those who do not want read more…

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A sample survey of teachers (which I have read from an article on ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) was conducted in all the registered girls and mixed post primary schools in Port Harcourt. The purpose of this survey is to know what the viewpoint of secondary school teachers are regarding teaching sex education and reproductive health. This was also conducted to know their attitude towards contraceptive practice among sexually active schoolgirls and general opinion on teenage pregnancy was examined.