In your opinion, what barriers do teens face to having a healthy sexuality?
This question is so multifaceted to me. Teens have so many people and new events going on in their lives that influence their sexuality. Depending on the environment, many teens may feel pressured to have sex at a very young age. This doesn't always mean a healthy sexual life, as teens often don't have long lasting relationships, nor to they have serious relationships; they just aren't always mature enough. In addition, teens may feel uncomfortable to talk to their newly acquired partner about safe sex, and what the best method is.
Adolescents may also feel uncomfortable with sexuality because it may be discouraged by their parents, or they may not feel comfortable speaking to their parents about contraception. This is a barrier to ensuring that their sexuality is healthy.
Religion may also play a large role in a teens sexuality. Many religions promote abstinence until marriage, which for many people in this generation is a very unrealistic option. Teens may be labeled for not having sex at a younger age, and be ostracized or made fun of for not engaging in these activities.
Lastly, adolescents are still developing in the years they are starting to acquire a sexuality, and their body, brain, organs, emotions and more may get in the way. Some adolescents haven't even determined their sexuality, and they are being coerced and peer pressured into having sex at a young age.
As much as parents, teachers, administrators, and public health officials can help adolescents with their sexuality, there are limitations on how much they can acutally help. Part of being an adolescent is exploring and learning (clearly with limitations), and sometimes the only way to learn is through their mistakes.
I'm looking forward to a great class! Thanks!
Amanda Asgeirsson
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