why are women looked down upon for getting pregnant when its not planned,sure there are easy dumb women,but what about men who are promiscuous and bone anything with a pulse,i think some blame should be shifted towards men,women cant get pregnant by themselves.thoughts?
2007-06-22 09:50:08 · 9 answers · asked by jen 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
what really more upsetting is that the majority of teen pregnancies occur between young girls and grown men..that says a lot about the men,
2007-06-22 14:40:10 · answer #1 · answered by Pee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In what way do you mean "looked down upon"? As far as promiscuity is concerned, I definitely agree that there is a double standard in our society and that men and women should be viewed in the same manner. After all, it shouldn't matter whether you have a vagina or a penis.... The act is the same regardless. Frankly, I think everyone should get over their ''hang ups'' with regards to sex. What people choose to do with their social lives, whether physical or not, is their own business. Why should it concern anyone else?
That being said, I adore what the person above me said (kentucky girl). I completely agree with her, with the exception of the comments about God and creation since they (God and creation) are subjective- a matter of personal opinion. I particularly LOVE the following comment that she made: "If women ultimately have the choice to terminate a pregnancy, we must also accept that we ultimately have the responsibility when we get pregnant." I can't tell you how much a refief it is to know that there is another woman in this world who feels this way. I am constantly expressing myself regarding this matter- that it is absolutely horrible that we as women expect to have the right to make all the choices concerning pregnancy while also expecting men to be equally responsible.
Regardless of your opinion on this matter, I thank you so much for asking this question. I am always eager to share my thoughts on this subject. So, again, thank you.
2007-06-22 11:21:14 · answer #2 · answered by SINDY 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I can appreciate what you are saying.....but a responsible woman knows it is ultimately in her hands to prevent her own pregnancy. Of course it takes a man to make a baby, and an irresponsible boy that doesn't take precautions should be held accountable for his carelessness - but God made women the ones able to get pregnant, and we know this going into a sexual relationship - and we also know how society will treat the matter - just the way God made us and the way life is. If women ultimately have the choice to terminate a pregnancy, we must also accept that we ultimately have the responsibility when we get pregnant.
2007-06-22 10:30:46 · answer #3 · answered by kentuckygal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We had to write a report in a group on Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs in schools. There were three girls, including me, and a guy... when researching my friend found on the net these bias/sexist things about how women are at fault and there was nothing on the men... we found that wrong and so we discussed about it... turns out the guy in our group, who's a respectable guy might i add, said that it's mostly the girls fault... and we had a long discussion about it but the guy (like any other guy) is a stubborn, prideful guy... He explained that, as a guy, he wouldn't come onto a girl because of his morals... But, it's so wrong to think that it's only the girls' fault... it takes a sperm and egg to make a baby... so it's not wrong blaming the guy also... but i think that the public is much more strict on women because they are expected to know right from wrong... and some/most guys are... excuse me for this... horny creatures.... know what I mean... i do believe that guys are ALSO at fault.
2007-06-22 10:04:38 · answer #4 · answered by La da da... 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a chicken or the egg situation. Women are often judged more harshly for getting pregnant than men are for impregnating a woman. Does this condemnation drive women to be more selective, thus turning them into sexual "gatekeepers"? Or is it just based on their sex drive? Who knows? I don't like pointing fingers or allocating blame, especially through the use of sweeping generalizations. If there is a problem that I could have prevented, I tend to take responsibility for it, regardless of other factors.
2016-05-17 22:20:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're right. The blame should be directed equally toward both the man and the woman. Although, because the actual burden of carrying a child lies with the woman, you would think she would take extra precautions... because it is actually happening to her body. I guess it's just easier for a guy to walk away (not that it's right).
2007-06-22 09:58:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
When you see a 14-year-old boy walking on the street you don't think he got anybody pregnant...when a pregnant 14-year-old girl walks past you automatically know what she's been up to.
2007-06-22 09:53:23 · answer #7 · answered by Angelacia baybeeeeee 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have sex, you should accept the reponsibility. That part is 50/50. The problem is that at least for 9 months, the woman is directly associated with the "mistake".
(I use quotes because every child is a blessing...)
2007-06-22 09:55:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i agree with you, but men are generally more irresponsible than women...they also don't believe that what happens with a womans body has anything to do with him once he ejaculates. we have to be the smarter ones and insist on protection or insist of higher moral standards. men couldn't use us if we didn't allow ourselves to be used.
it's true that no woman makes a kid on her own, but she has control over what she does and who she does it with....WE need to be smarter, cause they won't....
wouldn't it be interesting if WE could get THEM pregnant...i'd leave about 12 guys with kids just on general principle!:-)
-hbb
2007-06-22 21:19:28 · answer #9 · answered by hot black babe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋