From where do young people obtain information related to sexuality?
The mass media is probably the most popular source of information for young people seeking knowledge about sexuality. Throughout the developing world, increasing access to television, radio, books, popular magazines, has enabled the mass media to emerge as one of young people’s most common sources of information about sex and sexuality. A large number of young people get information on sexuality solely from their peers, or media. Such information could be inaccurate, incomplete or portray stereotypes. 17. How can one talk to parents on issues of sexuality? They get upset and reject such questions. It is challenging however, one should try! If parents get upset when asked these questions one needs to realize that parents come from a mind set or belong to a social cultural environment where the topic of sexuality is a taboo. It may not work the first time, so one should not have high expectations right away.
The mass media is probably the most popular source of information for young people seeking knowledge about sexuality. Throughout the developing world, increasing access to television, radio, books, popular magazines, has enabled the mass media to emerge as one of young people’s most common sources of information about sex and sexuality. A large number of young people get information on sexuality solely from their peers, or media. Such information could be inaccurate, incomplete or portray stereotypes. 17. How can one talk to parents on issues of sexuality? They get upset and reject such questions. It is challenging however, one should try! If parents get upset when asked these questions one needs to realize that parents come from a mind set or belong to a social cultural environment where the topic of sexuality is a taboo. It may not work the first time, so one should not have high expectations right away. But remember that young people do have the power and ability to create a new adu
