1. Schools and Sex Education Programs
To ensure the safety of our children, sexual education should be taught at a young age, by qualified professionals; not by peers, media, or parents . ... A study in Cleveland, Ohio, in the late 1970's shows that fewer than 15% of the mothers and only 8% of fathers had felt comfortable enough and/or knowledgeable enough to discuss sex related topics with their children (Dickman 22). ... When the parents' explanation falls short of answering their children's questions regarding sex, children may turn to their images from mass media. ... The interaction at school between the tea...
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