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...... In fact there are those who are of the opinion that teaching children just about the mechanics of sex tends to promote sexual activity and promiscuity. From this point of view sex education should rather be about understanding how sex relates to larger issues such as love and understanding and the importance of traditional views of fidelity and marriage and the various responsibilities related to sex

2. The reality of sex education policy


Some of the central elements that constitute the government policy on sex education in England are as follows. Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) in schools is intended to teach children and young adults about sex, sexuality, emotions, relationships and sexual health. (Sex education in schools) Among the topics that are included are;

the importance of marriage and stable relationships


how to avoid teenage pregnancy


how to recognise and avoid abuse and exploitation


skills to avoid being pressured into unwanted or unprotected sex


the benefits of delaying sexual activity and avoiding risky behaviour


the importance of safer sex

(Sex education in schools)

It is important to note that the while the first objective above would seem to indicate an emphasis on

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