HSCI 1120 Lecture : Effective Sex ED.docx
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Focus on self-worth, respect and dignity of the individual; Help individuals to become more sensitive and aware of the impact of their behaviors; Stresses that sexual health is a diverse and interactive process; Integrates the positive life-enhancing and rewarding aspects of sexuality; (2) Is structured so that changes in behavior and confidence is developed as a result of non-judgmental and informed decision making; Encourages critical thinking and reflection about gender identities and gender-role stereotyping; Challenges the broader and often invisible dynamics of society that privilege certain groups (3) Addresses reasons why anti-oppressive sexual health education is often difficult to practice; Recognizes and responds to the specific health education needs of particular groups; Provides evidence-based sexual health education: they don"t tell you something where there"s no evidence. Recognizing and meeting diverse needs in sex education. Must reflect, or at least accept, the culture(s) of the participants. Must use communication styles and media common to the culture.