All human beings need sex education across the lifespan. In this activity, consider the needs and resources of each age group.
Prompt
Read the following page: READ: Sex Education Across the Lifespan
https://www.everydayhealth.com/stds/rise-sharply-among-older-americans/
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/spring-fever
- Describe what sex education (formal and informal) have you received and when?
- What topics do you think should be covered in sex education (at home or school) for each of the following age groups?
- Early Childhood (birth-5)
- Middle childhood (6-12)
- Adolescence (13-18)
- Emerging Adults (19-24)
- Adulthood (25-55)
- Older adults (56-death)
A strong answer will identify topics and provide examples. (You must address all parts to receive full points and refer to the 2 assigned readings)
Tasks
In this assignment, you will do the following:
- Write at least 1 paragraph (6-8 sentences) for question 1. You can use bullet points for question 2.
- Each paragraph must have a thesis/introductory sentence, body sentences that articulate your ideas and provide examples, and a concluding sentence that wraps up your thoughts.
- You must include 2 in-text citation in APA format (it can be material assigned this week, or outside sources). You are only required to have two citations total (not 2 citations per paragraph)
- Your writing should be free of spelling and grammatical errors and written in academic language (not informal, conversational language).
