Youth Leader Resources It seems that our country is sex crazy, and everyone is expected to join in. The average American teen will see almost 14,000 sexual references each year, yet only 165 of these deal with birth control, self-control, abstinence, or the risk of pregnancy or STDs.* These constant, consequence-free messages are having a dramatic effect on the lives of today’s youth. Early sexual activity among American teens has become a major public health problem. According to recent research, 61 percent of all high school seniors have had sexual intercourse, about half are currently sexually active, and 21 percent have had four or more partners. Our country has one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates in the world. Teens also have the highest STD rates in our country.* As a youth leader or pastor, you have a great opportunity to help teens deal with the challenges they face on a daily basis. Sex & Young America can help. Already using Sex & Young America? Please fill out a facilitator evaluation. * "Sexuality, Contraception, and the Media." American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Public Education. January 2001.		ORDER NOW! Interactive discussion series to help you initiate open and honest discussions about sex with your youth group. Click here for more information about this important curriculum package. Need more student and/or parent guides? Order now.

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