N.z. Ex-nurse Compiles Graphic Teen-age Guide (Press, 2 March 1972)
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Summary: N.z. Ex-nurse Compiles Graphic Teen-age Guide (Press, 2 March 1972)
A new sex guide aimed at teenagers, titled "Learning to Live With Sex," has been published by the Family Planning Association in London, with its content based on a text by New Zealander Ann Burkitt. Currently the assistant-director of the Education and Training Division of the Health Education Council in England, Burkitt has served as a health education officer for six years. The guide spans 60 pages and is structured alphabetically, covering topics from "Acne" and "Adolescence" to "Venereal Disease" and "Wet Dreams." It also includes additional resources for birth control, unwanted pregnancy, issues faced by unmarried mothers, and legal matters, accompanied by a glossary explaining slang terms related to sex. Burkitt, who trained as a nurse at Auckland Hospital and completed a health education course at London University, designed the guide to provide accessible information for young people who might not engage with traditional text-heavy resources. She noted that the guide had been reviewed by a committee to ensure it maintains a straightforward and clinically accurate approach. Despite growing discussions about sex and birth control in Britain, statistics reveal a concerning increase in abortions among girls under 20; nearly 18,000 abortions were recorded in the first nine months of the previous year, surpassing the total of 16,000 from the entire year of 1970. The booklet emphasizes the varied nature of love-making, describing it as a meaningful exchange between two caring individuals or a more casual physical experience. It addressed homosexuality with a focus on acceptance, stating that for homosexuals, love-making is as natural as for heterosexuals. The section on chastity outlines its advantages such as avoiding unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases, while acknowledging that motivations for being chaste can differ greatly among individuals. The guide encourages readers to make their own choices concerning chastity based on personal beliefs and circumstances.
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