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The 411 on Teens and Sex

The 411 on Teens and Sex. Special Report: Katie interviews 20 people, representing diverse ages, ethnicities, socioeconomic status, and views, from across the country. Video Question #1. What was the age span of those interviewed? Answer: 13 – 17 years old.

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The 411 on Teens and Sex

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  1. The 411 on Teens and Sex Special Report: Katie interviews 20 people, representing diverse ages, ethnicities, socioeconomic status, and views, from across the country.

  2. Video Question #1 • What was the age span of those interviewed? • Answer: 13 – 17 years old

  3. #2Is being a teen harder than your parents think? Why/ why not? • ???????????????????????/ • Answers will vary!

  4. #3. What is “hooking-up?” • A one – night stand • Very casual sexual encounter…

  5. #4. What are friends with benefits? • Experimenting with sex acts without any emotional / sexual attachment… • A practice session with / on a friend • Compared to a golfer going to the driving range – to go work on your game – to see what works for you and practice…

  6. #5. According to those interviewed what is 1st, 2nd, and 3rd base? • First Base: KISSING • Second Base: MAKING – OUT • Third Base: ORAL SEX

  7. #6. Is oral sex, sex? Why or why not? • 77% of kids said oral sex is sex… • Some said no – as it is not intercourse nor is it as intimate.

  8. #7. According to the NBC and People Magazine poll, • Of 1,000 kids – ages 13 – 16, what percentage of 13-14 year olds were sexually active? (beyond kissing) • 14%

  9. #8. According to the same poll, what percentage of 15-16 year olds were sexually active? • 41%

  10. #9. Again, according to the same poll… • How many 13 – 16 year olds, have had oral sex? • 12%, about 1 in 8 • BTW, about 13% have had intercourse

  11. #10. Identify 2 reasons given for teens to have oral sex instead of intercourse: -AN EXCUSE NOT TO HAVE SEX, *ACCORDING TO THE POLL, 40% RESPONDED “TO AVOID INTERCOURSE” -TO AVOID TEEN PREGNANCY

  12. #11. WHAT ARE THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH ORAL SEX? • SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES • **HERPES IS VERY EASILY TRANSMITTED THAT WAY!

  13. #12. The NBC and People Magazine Poll also found that… • What percentage of teens, aged 13-16, were NOT sexually active? • 70% or 7 out of 10 were NOT sexually active! • Pretty much “just kissing” • A counter revolution of kids saying no to sex?!

  14. #13. What tension / contradiction do teens constantly face? • REBELLION • VS. • CONFORMITY

  15. #14. WHY ABSTINENCE? • WHAT REASONS DID TEENS GIVE FOR MAKING THIS CHOICE / LIFESTYLE DECISION? • NOT EMOTIONALLY MATURE • DIDN’T WANT TO REPEAT PARENTS’ MISTAKE • DEVOUT RELIGIOUS BELIEFS: VIRGINITY A GIFT TO SPOUSE • NO STDs • NO UNWANTED PREGNANCY!

  16. #15. WHAT IS SECONDARY VIRGINITY? • ONCE HAVING HAD SEX, YOU PLEDGE TO ABSTAIN FROM SEX UNTIL MARRIAGE.

  17. #16. This poll was conducted in 2005 and was the first of its kind! • Why so? What do you think? • Only a matter of time… • Society has become increasingly open about sex • Media: era of condom commercials, coverage of Jamie Lynn Spears’ pregnancy • Deadly consequences of sex- AIDS,etc.

  18. #17. What is your personal reaction to this “special report?” • Hmmmmmmmmmmm…. • Any surprises? Why or why not? • What should society’s reaction be? • How about the role of parent(s)?

  19. #18. In which parts of the world would you guess that teens would have similar answers to the questions asked? • Other “westernized” nations – • Canada • Britain • France • Netherlands • Sweden

  20. #19. In which parts of the world would you guess teens wouldhave the most different answers to the questions asked? • Traditional / religious societies • “Eastern” – Pakistan, India, Saudi Arabia

  21. #20. What is the sociological significance of “The 411 on Teens and Sex?” Sociologically speaking, what does it say? What does it say about American society – its values, families, young people, culture regarding views on sex, dating, marriage, and family? • GREAT INTERGENERATIONAL CONFLICT REGARDING SEX. • MIXED SIGNALS FROM THE MEDIA & FAMILY. • SEX SEEMS TO BE VIEWED AS MORE CASUAL AND LESS SACRED AS EARLIER GENERATIONS HAD LEARNED.

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