The Politics of Abstinence Education: From Reagana€?s Title XX to Welfare Reforma€?s Title V

摘要

Title V abstinence education has created intense controversy. The far right sees Title V as a program whose time has come. Many health officials and sexuality educators see the program as a boon-doggle for the far right which may do more harm than good. Health educators need to know the background of this program to better understand the current situation. We provide this background, an overview of Title V activities and suggestions for action.