Title X is a Federal program designed to issue contraceptives
and health awareness to anyone in need and puts low income
persons ahead of the list. Title X clinics are known for giving
teenagers contraceptives without parental consent which is
cause for alarm according to those against the program. While
Title X is one of the most controversial programs, Title X
provides much needed family planning services that have
lowered the number of unwanted pregnancies and offers teens
sexually transmitted disease counseling and testing. The
positive aspects of sex education programs should not be
overlooked.
In recent years, it has become common knowledge that
teenagers have a high pregnancy and STD rate. A major factor
is, teens lack the knowledge in knowing how to shield
themselves against sexual activity. If teens are made aware of
how to prevent the risks associated with sex, the number of
pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases would lower.......
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