5-18-2012 Teen Sexuality

Teching the CCCS

Comprehensive Health and Physical Education

Grades 5-8

Human Relationships and Sexuality: Sexuality

2.4 Human Relationships and Sexuality: All students will acquire knowledge about the physical, emotional, and social aspects of human relationships and sexuality and apply these concepts to support a healthy, active lifestyle.
B.   Sexuality				RESOURCES
6	Most significant physical, emotional, and mental growth changes occur during adolescence, but not necessarily at the same rates.	2.4.6.B.1	Compare growth patterns of males and females during adolescence.	Growth and Development Growing Body and Mind Sexual Health Adolescent Growth Teen Growth Resist Sexual Pressure Teens and Sex 11 Facts about Teens and STIs FAQs – HIV/AIDS Fact Sheet Prevalence of STIs Teens and STDs Abstinence Sexually Transmitted Infections Talking about STIs Reality Check Teenage Sexual Knowledge Stay Teen Types of STDs Atlantic Health Systems: Sexuality and Sexual Health It’s Great to Wait HIV 2001 Sexual Health in NJ Teens Kids’ Guide HPV and You Info for Teens UMDNJ Just for Teens Learning about HIV and AIDS Teach AIDS Gender and Gender Identity Amnesty International Development of Sexual Orientation Cultural Fairness Self-Examination Breast and Pelvic Exams
	Responsible actions regarding sexual behavior impact the health of oneself and others.	2.4.6.B.2	Summarize strategies to remain abstinent and resist pressures to become sexually active.
		2.4.6.B.3	Determine behaviors that place one at risk for HIV/AIDS, STIs,HPV, or unintended pregnancy.
		2.4.6.B.4	Predict the possible physical, social, and emotional impacts of adolescent decisions regarding sexual behavior.
8	Personal lifestyle habits and genetics influence sexual development as well as overall growth patterns.	2.4.8.B.1	Analyze the influence of hormones, nutrition, the environment, and heredity on the physical, social, and emotional changes that occur during puberty.
	Responsible actions regarding sexual behavior impact the health of oneself and others.	2.4.8.B.2	Determine the benefits of sexual abstinence and develop strategies to resist pressures to become sexually active.
		2.4.8.B.3	Compare and contrast methods of contraception used by adolescents and factors that may influence their use.
		2.4.8.B.4	Relate certain behaviors to placing one at greater risk for HIV/AIDS, STIs, and unintended pregnancy.
	Discussion of topics regarding sexuality requires a safe, supportive environment where sensitivity and respect is shown toward all.	2.4.8.B.5	Discuss topics regarding gender identity, sexual orientation, and cultural stereotyping.
	Early detection strategies assist in the prevention and treatment of illness or disease.	2.4.8.B.6	Explain the importance of practicing routine healthcare procedures such as breast self-examination, testicular examinations, and HPV vaccine.