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The following mainstream professional organizations have released position papers in support of comprehensive sexuality education.
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"Abstinence is a healthy choice for adolescents. The choice for abstinence should not be coerced. SAM supports a comprehensive approach to sexual risk reduction including abstinence as well as correct and consistent use of condoms and contraception among teens who choose to be sexually active." -- Society for Adolescent Medicine 2006 position paper on abstinence-only policies and programs
Position Papers on Sexuality Education The following mainstream professional organizations have released position papers in support of comprehensive sexuality education.
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- American Medical Association
- American Medical Women's Association
- American Psychological Association
- American Public Health Association
- American School Health Association
- National Association of School Nurses
- National Association of School Psychologists
- National Parent Teachers Association
- Society for Adolescent Medicine