Special Resource Material Developed by the Center


Title: Sex Education and Social-Emotional Development (Information Resource)

Description: The following resource is based on six premises:
  • sexual behavior is a fundamental aspect of life;
  • sexual development is a natural part of growing up;
  • young people are receiving messages about and engaging in sexual activity;
  • everyone has the right to equity of opportunity in learning how to lead a healthy life;
  • it is society’s responsibility to provide youth with the essential tools for developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes associated with pursuing a healthy life;
  • teaching to prepare individuals to pursue a healthy lifestyle begins early at home and at school.

Access at:   http://smhp.psych.ucla.edu/pdfdocs/sexed.pdf