Thinking About Abstinence 2008
Distributed by Human Relations Media, 41 Kensico Drive, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549; 800-431-2050
Produced by Anson W. Schloat and John G. Young
Director n/a
DVD, color, 21 min.
Jr. High - Sr. High
Adolescence
Date Entered: 12/23/2008
Reviewed by Katherine Parsons, Information Literacy Outreach Librarian, Bronx Community CollegeTeenagers are bombarded with sex in advertisement and the media. Unfortunately, the sexual act is popularized, but the consequences, pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases go understated. Quite often they are pressured into having sex by their peers or while under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
This program promotes abstinence by example. Four high schools students and a college senior candidly talk about their decision to remain abstinent. One point that is clearly stated and noteworthy is that teens are encouraged to set sexual boundaries for themselves and to be upfront about it with their significant other.
I recommend this film be viewed in sex education classes and counseling sessions. The accompanying student activities and facts sheets are a welcome addition to the program that reinforces material observed and can lead to a discussion session.