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Episode 50 - Teen Pregnancy Prevention & Sexual Health Education
Episode 50 - Teen Pregnancy Prevention & Sexual Health Education
Episode 50 - Teen Pregnancy Prevention & Sexual Health Education
Friday 12th November 2021
Join Josh Diamond, Katie Mitchell, and Katie Forsyth as they discuss how SexEdVA equips teens to make healthy decisions about sex and relationships.
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Get the buttons here!Guiding Teens: The Role of Sexual Health Education in Preventing Teen Pregnancy
The more teens know about the risks associated with sex, the more likely they are to wait and the more likely for them to feel empowered to make their own choices.
What if equipping teens with the right knowledge could significantly reduce teen pregnancy rates? In this episode of 'Dissect & Connect', Josh Diamond, Katie Mitchell, and Katie Forsyth from the Appalachian Replication Project (SexEdVA) at James Madison University dive into this very topic. They discuss how their program aims to provide teens, caregivers, and community members with the essential education and skills to make informed choices about sex and relationships.
The episode sheds light on the critical impact of socioeconomic status and poverty on teen pregnancy rates and emphasizes the importance of prevention through education. One of the highlights is the discussion around the sixth-grade program, which focuses on body awareness without delving into sexual content, laying a foundation for future learning. The hosts also tackle the role of social media in shaping teens' perceptions and debunk the myth that talking about sex encourages sexual activity.
They stress that open conversations between parents and children can significantly influence teens' decisions regarding their sexual health. Additionally, the episode explores how these educational programs are being implemented in various school systems and the benefits of asynchronous online learning. The hosts encourage teens to seek out reputable resources for their sexual education and highlight the importance of both physical and emotional well-being.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how comprehensive sexual health education can empower teens to make healthier decisions.