Teens Having Sex at School
A recent survey on teen sex was sponsored by a parent organization called Mom Logic. The survey covered the topic of sexual activity on school campuses and was featured on the Today Show (11/30/07). Momlogic.com is a web site that focuses on answering questions that mothers and their spouses have concerning children in today's world. The survey is pretty revealing and amazing as you hear teens talking about their friends and other students they witness having sex in classrooms, gyms, cafeterias, and other locations on campus.
One of the most insightful questions asked was if they had ever witnessed other teens having sex on their campus. An amazing 22% said that they had witnessed such activities on school grounds. What's even more revealing is that a little under 15% said that they would tell their parents if they witnessed a classmate having sex at their school. The conclusion of the survey suggests that most teens take a casual view of sex. Some may not participate in being sexually active, but witnessing other teens participating in sexual behavior is not unusual.
Many sociologists and school counselors are aware of this new phenomenon of sexual activity being in the open on school campuses. Most school administrators know that it is a problem but are either unable or not prepared to deal with the situation. A few insights given by Pamela Varady, a parent educator expert who advised on the survey, may help parents in addressing this issue with their children.
First, she says that, "parents need to have continuous conversations and listen to their teens on the topic of sex." Most teens would feel comfortable discussing this topic with mom and dad but only if earlier conversations had taken place. She goes on to say that, "parents need to understand the developmental stages of teenagers." Understanding what teens go through developmentally could help parents better prepare their children for their teen years. "Third, parents shouldn't pull away from this topic. Let them know you're a little nervous talking about sex with them but that it's important to discuss it." Children are confronted daily with sexual content, and they need someone that they trust to help them through their thinking. Research shows us that Millennials have a close trusting relationship with their parents, so make the most of this and engage in your child's life in this important area.
If you would like to see the Today Show interview, you can go to www.momlogic.com and find the full video segment on their web site.
One of the most insightful questions asked was if they had ever witnessed other teens having sex on their campus. An amazing 22% said that they had witnessed such activities on school grounds. What's even more revealing is that a little under 15% said that they would tell their parents if they witnessed a classmate having sex at their school. The conclusion of the survey suggests that most teens take a casual view of sex. Some may not participate in being sexually active, but witnessing other teens participating in sexual behavior is not unusual.
Many sociologists and school counselors are aware of this new phenomenon of sexual activity being in the open on school campuses. Most school administrators know that it is a problem but are either unable or not prepared to deal with the situation. A few insights given by Pamela Varady, a parent educator expert who advised on the survey, may help parents in addressing this issue with their children.
First, she says that, "parents need to have continuous conversations and listen to their teens on the topic of sex." Most teens would feel comfortable discussing this topic with mom and dad but only if earlier conversations had taken place. She goes on to say that, "parents need to understand the developmental stages of teenagers." Understanding what teens go through developmentally could help parents better prepare their children for their teen years. "Third, parents shouldn't pull away from this topic. Let them know you're a little nervous talking about sex with them but that it's important to discuss it." Children are confronted daily with sexual content, and they need someone that they trust to help them through their thinking. Research shows us that Millennials have a close trusting relationship with their parents, so make the most of this and engage in your child's life in this important area.
If you would like to see the Today Show interview, you can go to www.momlogic.com and find the full video segment on their web site.
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