Should Abstinence Be Taught In Sex Education

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I do feel abstinence should be taught in sex education classes because abstinence is the safest way not to get STD’S. Contraceptives are also not taught and discuss much about as much as it should be. In my opinion, abstinence should be discussed from 9 years to 18 years old in the schools. I think it’s not taught because not too many parents only believe abstinence alone should be taught without educating on contraception’s. However, I did teach my two daughter’s at an early age the benefits of abstaining from sexual relations of any kind until married and the benefits of abstinence from sex. However, in the Christian church many Christian influences contribute to making and keeping this decision. This does not mean if you are a Christian

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