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by Ryan Burton

Created on: May 06, 2008   Last Updated: October 24, 2011

The concept of giving birth control to high school teenagers is a complex issue. From a parents perspective, it sends the wrong message that it's okay for their children to have sex, especially, with the thought of accidental pregnancies. However, it depends on the guidance a young person gets from an adult as well, and if they are wise enough to be careful. So another wrong message would be sent if you did not care at all to give them protection.

Whether you are a teacher or parent, loving examples should be set to better influence kids. It's no differant than supplying car insurance for them as many young people have a knack for falling victim to car accidents. It's all part of growing up, and being responsible. They should not be denied the experiences of life, yet at the same time, they should be careful, and be prepared to deal it. If a young man finds the girl of his dreams, then you should encourage him to date her. Yet, if the relationship develops into something more, he should be guided on how he is going to raise his child and be prepared for the outcome. Because if he walks away from her, and his baby, he sets a bad example of being a bad parent

The same issue applies with sexually transmitted diseases. Most of the time, you do not know what your partner is carrying. They could have gotten AIDS, and never knew it. Or so they might claim. It's always best to talk with your partner, teacher, or family, and decide how you should approach it. However, there are risks with just having the birth control as well. A condom or diaphram could easily be tore during intercoarse. Unless you have stronger methods like birth control medication, or non-cheap condoms, you best consider what you are getting into.

Sex education is the wisest thing to have taught from grade school on up. It helps to teach kids that sometimes the parents are unable to do. Still most kids should be raised with a common belief of never harming their partner to begin with. Many young men cannot help being attracted to a beautiful young woman, and vice versa. When they are crazy about them, they will do anything to be around them. The result is not pretty if they rush into it. It depends on self control. So it would not hurt to at least think about what you are getting into, and get some education along the way.

It's understandable for any young person to take these huge steps, and you hope nothing does happen them. However, its like driving your own parents car. You immediately put a lot on the line. Most people have seen the movie "Juno". Where a 16 year old girl becomes pregnant, and gives her baby up for adoption. When you watch it, young women are given the choice of what to do with their baby. However, the film can also send the wrong message about teenage pregnancy. Yet, it makes up for it showing the consequences along the way. Ultimately, it comes down to the child being wise enough to take responsibility for their own actions. Whether they have a good family or not, kids should always think about what they are getting themselves into, especially if they are under 18 years old.

There's a difference between being smart and being wise.

Also, a teenager should consider school. When they start having sex, it will affect their future. Not only would they have a hard time raising their baby, but they might have to drop out, and get a job (perhaps 2 jobs) to support them. Ask yourself the question: Do you really want to miss out on opporunities like school for something that will have dramatic ramifications on your life?

So if a young person wants to get birth control at schools, then they should have proper guidance on what they are getting themselves into. Even though intimacy can be a beautiful thing, what makes a good lover is when you are wise enough to know what you are doing.

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