HA W6 R1 – teen pregnancy
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Allison Skilton, Main Post Unit 6 DT 1
There are several studies done on teen pregnancy that cover those who are at a higher risk for teen pregnancy and whether race, economic status, and even if having a mom or older sibling with a teen pregnancy plays a role.
Findings- One article showed that the teens living in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas have some of the highest teen pregnancy, births and STD’s in the United States (Jozkowski & Crawford, 2016).
Sex education-Part of the challenge for sex education in school is that there is not a standard curriculum that is suggested or mandated, each state and each school is left on their own to decide or not decide what should be taught (Jozkowski & Crawford, 2016). There are even some experts that have the opinion that sex is too big of topic and schools are not equipped to cover this important level of education (Palmer, 2016). There is a set of guidelines Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SEICUS) that was established to cover some key topics including the teaching of anatomy and physiology, the difference between abusive and non-abusive relationships, STD’s, and safe sex (Palmer, 2016). This same article supports my opinion that this is a sensitive topic but it should still be taught. My personal recommendation is that if sex education is going to be taught in schools there needs to be a specific set of standards that are covered and that it should be taught by professionals. I believe that who teaches the class is just as important as what is taught.
Birth Control- the medical provider (us in this case) will play a key role in education, we can create the safe environment for both the parents and the teen. Taking the time to let both of them know that what is discussed is confidential, conversations can be done together and separately so that each can be offered confidentiality (Breuner & Mattson, 2016). While it is best to teach that abstinence is the best birth control and for preventing STD’s, there is a need to discuss the other options. If possible, it would be great if the teen was able to go to their parent with their questions and needs but if not then we need to be the trusted advisor they can come too (Gupta, 2017). There are so many methods to offer and what type of sexual activity are involved with, but for males condoms would be ideal and for females pills or shot would be ideal (Gupta, 2017).
Resources:
Jozkiwski, K., & Crawford, B. (2016, September). The Status of Reproductive and Sexual Health in Southern USA: Policy Recommendations for Improving Health Outcomes. Sexuality Research and Social Policy, 13(3), 252-262.
Palmer, T. (2016). Sex Education in Public Schools. PIT Journal. Retrieved from: http://www.pitjournal.unc.edu
Breuner, C., & Mattson, G. (2016, August). Sexuality Education for Children and Adolescents.
American Academy of Pediatrics Clinical Report, 138(2). Retrieved from:
http://www.pediatrics.aapublications.org
Gupta, R. (2017, January). About Birth Control: What Parents Need to Know. KidsHealth. Retrieved from: http:www/kidshealth.org.
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