Open Thread: Abstinence
Posted on Friday, October 17th, 2008 at 7:15 PMI’ve been seeing a lot of these open threads so I thought it would be fun to start one on Abstinence since I don’t really have any posts on that topic. Since this blog is one about sexual health issues I’m thinking, why not? Let’s talk about Abstinence.
I am a big fan of abstinence only as a way to prevent pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Diseases because it seems to be the only foolproof way of preventing stuff. Think about it, if you don’t have sex you can’t contract an STD and you can’t get pregnant, right? It’s really that simple in theory but what about real life every day situations and circumstances that you might find yourself in? Can you think of any instances where abstinence only does not work?
One thing that comes to mind is how Abstinence is being taught in schools. (Well, in schools that would even go there) Are young adults getting all of the information or are they only getting part of the information? I personally believe that if sex education is going to be taught in schools that abstinence as well as all of the other options should be presented too: ie birth control, condoms, etc.
Sure abstinence works but only if it’s used correctly, right?
I’d like to hear from you. What do you think of when you hear the word Abstinence? Do you think it works? If so, why? Do you think that it doesn’t work and if so, why not?
I have no problem with abstinence as long as it’s been chosen freely. I have a real problem with organizations that try to force their agenda (featuring abstinence) on others.
Honestly, I don’t think that abstinence only education in schools is a very realistic approach. I don’t think that it works as intended. Instead, it backfires and sends young pregnant or infected people to the clinic on the sly. Safer sex education is more effective in preventing the transmission of STIs and unplanned pregnancies.
Hi Sexorcism,
BTW, cute name! : )
When I think of abstinence only, I think of it being taught as just one option.
I think all options should be discussed when it comes to birth control and STD’s and pregnancy prevention, etc.
I don’t think abstinence by itself works.
So I believe I do agree with you Sexorcism.
I noticed you are supporting eMom too! Good Choice!
Take Care -
When I look at this blog and I think about my choice to remain a virgin till marriage and how I was sexually assault by a grown ass man. I report it to the assistant chief of police and they did nothing about. Anyone can wait for marriage but what about these evil man who take advantage young ladies like me who are wounded because there father walked away. That man gave me a std intentionally by putting a syringe in me and I was retested and they said I don’t have that std anymore. I know Yahweh healed me. I’m trying to move past the hurt. I forgive the guy but I still scar for what he has done to me. Can anybody lean a word of encourage and what do you do when you your plan has failed not by your own choice.