should homosexuality be discussed in class at schools?

Question

im talking about sex education in schools,

Answer 1

Of course. Humans are either gay or straight or bisexual or asexual, and all of these normal sexualities should be discussed by pre-pubescent children, in order to prepare them for their sexual and emotional development.

Health classes are neutral places where this can all be discussed in the understanding of science and psychology, without inserting religious or social 'norms.'

If parents want to insert these 'norms' they can do it at home or at church.

Answer 2

Sex education should be discussed in classrooms from the age of 11years I feel. However, the parents should be informed about this and have opportunity to see a written agenda if required. We used to have lessons in biology about similar things but not relating to humans - I feel I could have been more knowledgeable when I left school had I known about certain issues. Basically it was swept under the carpet it may have helped me in certain ways but by the look of to days young pregnancies I feel they need to include the cost of raising children and all that goes with it besides the lesson as above.

Answer 3

Yes it should.

It should be talked about in a frank, non judgemental way. Hopefully this way it'll stop homophobic bullying and the misuse of LGBT phrases.

Homophobic bullying causes permanent damage to young people and blights the schools and colleges where it takes place. Making all young people - regardless of their sexuality - feel included and valued is a major opportunity for the educational system to transform the lives of a significant number of pupils and students.

Schools need to make reference to national guidance indicating that issues relating to sexual orientation as well as bullying can be addressed in schools. Take other appropriate action such as challenging use of the word ‘gay’ as derogatory, ensure fast and effective removal of graffiti.

Dealing with gay pupils, and homophobia and bullying, can be challenging for some staff. Don’t assume that only lesbian, gay and bisexual teachers are well placed to address such issues. It is often most difficult for them.

Schools with openly gay staff, governors, parents and/or pupils provide more appropriate education for all and help to replicate the community in which they live. Both teachers and pupils may come out as lesbian, gay or bisexual in an educational environment that values them as individuals.

The bigger question is are our schools, teachers and society ready and able to support them?

Given some of the answers here... I don't think we're ready. I'm hoping and praying (Yes I'm a Gay Christian) for the day when things can be a little easier for us all.

Answer 4

Absolutely! Many school students are same-sex attracted, to teach safe sex from only a heterosexual perspective only serves to alienate lesbian and gay students while perpetuating ignorance of safe sex for all students who may engage in sex with a member of the same sex and thus put them at risk. For these reasons not adding homosexuality to sex education is irresponsible and likely to perpetuate sexual diseases amongst same-sex attracted people and therefore counterproductive.

Answer 5

I think that it should start at home, as with heterosexuality. However, so many parents are narrow minded, or blinded by religious beliefs, that being Gay is a sin, and that gays are doomed for hell, or just not naturally right...that I doubt that much is going to be covered in the home. With physical reasons as someone has stated, it isn't a choice. If it were to be taught within the sexual education classes, maybe we wouldn't have people committing suicide over their sexuality because they can't face society or more likely their parents and family, because of something they can't help. Maybe they could learn that there is nothing wrong with them, and that they aren't the only ones who feel as they do. Education is the key to ignorance in every area, so why not this too?

Answer 6

of direction, only at an suited age. in actuality there are various youngsters residing with same-intercourse father and mom or are themselves gay or thinking their own sexuality. i for my section don't think that's a decision, in any different case why would there be a super sort of suicides? Who desires to get picked on and beat up each and all of the time too? i think of the tolerance point would upward push if it have been out in the open (no pun meant) and pronounced greater, yet this homophobic united states of america with Christian idealist perspectives isn't waiting to settle for that as an entire yet. i think of as quickly as technological information nicely-knownshows data to help that homosexuality isn't a decision, issues will slowly exchange. human beings could provide up being frightened of issues they do no longer comprehend. Signed, on the instant, yet no longer slender...

Answer 7

Well floppy I don't think its a disorder lol but yes you don't choose what sexuality you are, like you cant choose if you male or female.
It should be taught in school, but seriously and by someone educated. I think it would bring more awareness and if people understood maybe less prejudiced.
Its alright to dismiss it but what about gay / lesbian children at school who need information on the subject.

Answer 8

Homosexuality is a part of life and children will perpetuate homophobia if not properly educated-unfortunately a misconception exists that homosexuality is all about sex-a gay persons sex life only takes up as much of their life as a straight persons does! I think a facility should exist in school for gay young people to be informed about good,safe sex if that child wants the information.

Answer 9

It is discussed in schools, and especially in Holland.......the number one country in the developed world to be a child in a safe and secure environment.

I go to Holland a lot with my boyfriend, and there is something utterly innocent and beautiful about the fact that our heterosexual friend's children, who are a 12 year-old girl and a13 year-old boy, both throw their arms around us and kiss us when it's time to leave.

Not only that, Henk (the boy) can't resist coming into the double-bedroom carrying fresh coffee first thing in the morning. Apparently, he argues with his sister about it, because he wants to be seen as the "cool" one.

It's just not a problem for them.

Answer 10

Yes, I think it would've been easier for me to accept myself if i had been educated about homosexuality and how important it is to accept your sexuality going into your adulthood. When I was in school I heard nothing positive about homosexuals or homosexuality.

Answer 11

well i think yes the way the world is going there is a lot worse to get taught, but catholic schools even at present struggle with bloody sexuality talks leaving them in some schools til the last week, i think things should be taught in a professional way and not in an inividuals opionion

i think it should at least be touched on for mabey pre- high school kids, in my experince pasrents dont even chat to there daughters about even periods, and contraception