TITLE

Programs of Sex Education

AUTHOR(S)

McQueen, Mildred

PUB. DATE

October 1967

SOURCE

Education Digest;Oct1967, Vol. 33 Issue 2, p11

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

The article discusses the significance of programs of sex education in the U.S. Most educators believe that sound programs of sex education for all age levels are necessary in the schools. Young people must be helped to understand sex in relation to personality needs and view it as natural and normal. Although fear should not be used as a weapon, realistic information should be given concerning social and psycho- logical hazards of promiscuous behavior. Guiding students on the ethical and moral problems related to sex is a touchy question in American society. The approach used in sex education must be honest, clear, calm, and dignified. The approach used by those working with children and young people can make or break a program of sex education. Sex education must begin early and include information for all ages as children progress through school. Teachers must be carefully selected and specially trained for sex education programs. Young people themselves must share in the effort if programs are to be effective. Young people sense that sex is deeply related to the quality of life as a whole. Educators should keep this idea in mind as they work with parents and the community to institute or improve programs of sex education.

ACCESSION #

18619987

Tags: SEX education;  EDUCATORS;  EDUCATION -- United States;  SEX education for youth;  TEACHERS;  SEX education for children

 

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