
Sexual Decisions
The Ultimate Teen Guide
L. Kris Gowen(Author)
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
2nd Edition
Published on 6. March 2017
Book
Hardback
244 pages
978-1-4422-7783-0 (ISBN)
Description
When it comes to sex and relationships, it is often difficult to find reliable information. Yet everyone has questions and needs information on these important topics. Young people should have access to facts in order to make their own decisions about their sexuality and sexual health.
In this significantly revised edition of Sexual Decisions: The Ultimate Teen Guide, L. Kris Gowen discusses the choices teens can make regarding sexual activity-from practicing safe sex to abstaining-and how to decide what is right for each individual. Many factors are at work in the decision-making process, but this book helps readers make a decision based on both logic and practicality. Updated topics covered in this book include
an overview of human anatomyabstinence vs. safe sexSTDs contraceptivescommunicating with one's partnerintimate partner violencesexual orientation and gender identitysocial media and sex
For teens seeking answers for themselves, this book is a vital resource that includes an additional section for further research. Written without judgment, Sexual Decisions empowers teens to take charge of their bodies, their identities, and their lives.
In this significantly revised edition of Sexual Decisions: The Ultimate Teen Guide, L. Kris Gowen discusses the choices teens can make regarding sexual activity-from practicing safe sex to abstaining-and how to decide what is right for each individual. Many factors are at work in the decision-making process, but this book helps readers make a decision based on both logic and practicality. Updated topics covered in this book include
an overview of human anatomyabstinence vs. safe sexSTDs contraceptivescommunicating with one's partnerintimate partner violencesexual orientation and gender identitysocial media and sex
For teens seeking answers for themselves, this book is a vital resource that includes an additional section for further research. Written without judgment, Sexual Decisions empowers teens to take charge of their bodies, their identities, and their lives.
Reviews / Votes
This book covers such important topics as body basics, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexually transmitted diseases, and contraception. The book incorporates recent information, imperative teen viewpoints, and visuals; it also uses special boxes to highlight important points. Reading lists, websites, and a substantial index system enhance content navigation. Moreover, the writing style helps engage a hard-to-reach audience. The expert information assists parents, guardians, and librarians in their understanding of a variety of teen and lifestyle problems. Decisions: The Ultimate Teen Guide may help teens consider postponing activities and emotional behaviors that have life-altering consequences. The succinct information alerts teens regarding consequences of sexual activities in the midst of emotional decisions and the normal flow of intense new feelings. This book may serve as an incentive for teens to pause and think. Recommended for high school and academic libraries. * American Reference Books Annual *More details
Series
Edition
2nd New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
Young adult
Interest Age: From 12 to 18 years
Edition type
New edition
Illustrations
4 b/w illustrations; 20 b/w photos; 4 tables; 67 textboxes
Dimensions
Height: 260 mm
Width: 183 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
665 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4422-7783-0 (9781442277830)
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03/2017
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Person
L. Kris Gowen,PhD, EdM,is a sexuality educator and researcher. She is the coauthor of Image and Identity: Becoming the Person You Are (Scarecrow Press, 2005), part of the It Happened to Me series.