Early Sex Education in Nigeria(Overview)

Abstract

The focus of this study was to investigate the impact of Early sex education in Nigeria. The results revealed that there are Outbreaks and Haigh rates of sexual embarrassment like Firebreaks in the forest, problems, misuse of sex, high teenage pregnancies and abortion, and inadequate information on sex. Sex education is a vital aspect of the health education curriculum. It provides factual knowledge to assist parents and teachers, children and adolescents to avoid sex-related problems. The knowledge also includes ways of helping children develop self-respect, sexual understanding, define the values of interpersonal relationships and strengthen communication skills in sex and education. This promotes a wholesome and stable sex life. Parents and teachers must acquire a scientific, social, and psychological understanding of the need for sex education. The sexual revolutions among contemporary youths recommend sex education as an imperative for adolescents that should be protected from the harmful effects of deviant sexual behaviors.