Want to improve sexual health education for girls? Include body image

Virginia Ramseyer Winter; Michaella Ward; Sarah Pilgrim; Mackenzie Cook; Alison Summers

doi:10.1080/15546128.2018.1531362

Want to improve sexual health education for girls? Include body image

Virginia Ramseyer Winter, Michaella Ward, Sarah Pilgrim, Mackenzie Cook, Alison Summers

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Abstract

Research suggests body image is related to sexual behaviors, which can impact sexual health across the lifespan. This paper aims to explain the necessity for including body image content in sexuality education to improve outcomes among girls. Our recommendations, supported by theory and empirical research include (a) an assessment of existing curricula; (b) designing new, theoretically-informed curricula; (c) using innovative technology in sex education; (d) rigorous evaluation of existing and new curricula; and (e) revising the National Sexuality Education Standards. These recommendations are discussed after providing the necessary background and rationale.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	152-164
Number of pages	13
Journal	American Journal of Sexuality Education
Volume	14
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/15546128.2018.1531362
State	Published - Apr 3 2019
Externally published	Yes

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© 2019, 2019 Virginia Ramseyer Winter, Michaella Ward, Sarah Pilgrim, Mackenzie Cook, and Alison Summers. Published with license by Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

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Body image
curricula
sex education

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Want to improve sexual health education for girls? Include body image

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