Are most young people sexually active?
It’s human nature to want to be part of the crowd, and these days, unfortunately, healthy love and high ideals are under attack. The popular cliche is that most young people frequently engage in sexual activity. However, a 1992 report from the Centers for Disease Control indicates that 46% of all high school students have never had premarital intercourse. The same survey indicates that only 21% of high school students are currently “sexually active.” The other 33%, although not virgins, were abstinent sexually inactive during the three months before the interview. That means that 79% a clear majority were practicing abstinence. It’s just not true that “Everybody’s doing it.” Back to top 23. Is abstinence difficult? It depends on your approach. If you only rely on saying no, then you may frequently be confronted with uncomfortable situations, where there is a conflict between your physical desire and your long-term goals and aspirations. However, with Healthy Love, you develop a clear u
