As observed in our society, sex becomes the talk of the town and is something like usual.

As soon as
students reach Grade 10, it's the start of their endless debate whether sex is a need or want. Due to this,
sometimes, most students misunderstand their opponents because they take the topic seriously. Most
of them also attack their opinion with personal things, and the debate will go too far. So, if we ask
college students if sex is a need or want, what might their stand, and how will they counter the
arguments?

As far as I can remember, during our Grade 10 days, we had already used this topic for our debate. And
of course, I stand in sex is a want. However, our teacher told us that sex is a basic need. He also added in
his statement that sex is just like food that we need to survive. We need sex as much as we need shelter,
water, and other basic need in life to survive in this world. So, me being a naive kid before, I was easily
convinced with his stand. Thus, until I reach Grade 12, if there's a time where we go over and over again
about this topic, you can find me at the group who stands for sex is a need. Since I was convinced with
the claims that my old teacher presented.

(As far as I recall, we had already used this topic for our debate during our Grade 10 days. And, of
course, I believe that sex is a desire. However, our teacher informed us that sex is a fundamental human
need. He also stated in his statement that sex is a necessary component of survival, similar to food. We
require sex in the same way that we require shelter, water, and other necessities to survive in this
world. As a result, as a previously naive child, I was easily persuaded by his argument. Thus, until I reach
Grade 12, if there is a time when we discuss this subject repeatedly, you can find me at the group that
advocates for sex is a need. Since I was convinced by the claims made by my former teacher.)

But as time passes by and through reading some articles related to this topic, my stand seems to change.
So, if you are going to ask me now what perspective I belong to, sex is a need or sex is a want, I will
firmly state that SEX IS A WANT. Since the main description of needs are the basic requirements for
survival. By this, how can we say that sex is a need when people can still live without sex?

(However, as time progresses and as a result of reading some articles on the subject, my position
appears to be shifting. In other words, if you are going to ask me now which perspective I belong to,
whether sex is a need or a want, I will categorically state that SEX IS A WANT. Since the most basic
requirements for survival are described in the main description of needs. As demonstrated above, how
can we claim that sex is necessary if people can still function normally without it?)

(However, as time passes and as I read some articles on this subject, my position appears to shift.
Therefore, if you ask me now which perspective I hold, whether sex is a need or a desire, I will
unequivocally state that SEX IS A DESIRE. Because the primary definition of needs is "basic requirements
for survival," How, then, can we assert that sex is a requirement when people can survive without it?)
According to the International Labor Organization and other United Nations agencies, needs are the
essential goods and services necessary for a minimum standard of living. Thus, these are the things that
we need and acquiring since we are still babies up until we grow older. A baby needs milk to grow and
be healthy. An older woman eats a lot of vegetables and nutritious food to survive and live longer. A kid
needs education for him to understand and know how to make a living. A family needs a house as a
shelter for them to be safe. People need sanitation not to get sick. And with the information mentioned
above, it's clearly stated that we don't need sex to live.

(The International Labor Organization and other United Nations agencies define needs as "the essential
goods and services required to maintain a certain standard of living." Thus, these are the things that we
require and acquire from the time we are infants until we reach adulthood. A baby needs milk to
develop and remain healthy. An elderly woman consumes a large number of vegetables and other
nutritious foods to survive and live longer. A child requires education to comprehend and learn how to
earn a living. A family needs a home as a shelter to remain safe. Individuals require sanitation to avoid
becoming ill. And, as previously stated, we do not require sex to survive.)

(International Labor Organization and other United Nations agencies define needs as the goods and
services that are absolutely necessary for a minimum standard of living to be maintained. These are the
things that we require and acquire from the time that we are babies until the time that we become
adults. A baby's growth and health are dependent on the consumption of milk. An older woman
consumes a large amount of vegetables and nutritious food in order to survive and live a longer life
span. To be able to comprehend and know how to earn a living, a child requires an education. A house
serves as a safe haven for a family in order for them to be safe. People require sanitation in order to
avoid becoming ill. Furthermore, based on the information provided above, it is clear that we do not
require sex in order to survive.)

A baby does not seek sex to grow. Instead, he cries for milk. A single old man/woman did not search for
sex instead, he searched for tips to have a healthy lifestyle. Students did not look around for sex.
Instead, they searched for their related homework and lessons to understand it well that they could use
in the future.

(Instead, he screams out for some milk.)

(A baby does not require sex in order to grow. Rather than that, he cries for milk. A single elderly man or
woman did not look for sex; rather, he looked for tips on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Students made
no attempt to locate sex. Rather than that, they searched for pertinent homework and lessons in order
to fully comprehend it and apply it in the future.)
Now, we go to the definition of wants. Man's life is a bundle of wants that can never be satisfied always.
Wants are desires for goods and services we would like to have but do not need. And with this, sex is
categorized as wants. Some can describe sex as a stress-reliever. Others say sex is fun. Therefore, sex is a
want because they long for it to be a pleasure and have fun. And take note, sex is a want because not all
people need it or search for it to survive. Most people also abused sex, and they forget to control
themselves.

(Now, let us define desires. The life of a man is a collection of unsatisfying desires. Desires are desires for
goods and services that we wish we had but do not require. Sexual activity is thus classified as a desire. )

(We will now look at the definition of desires. Man's life is a jumble of desires that can never be
completely satisfied at any given time. Wants are desires for goods and services that we would like to
have but do not require at this time. Thus, sexual desire is categorised under the heading "want." Some
people believe that sex is a stress-reliever. Others believe that sex is enjoyable. As a result, sex is a
desire for them because they long for it to be pleasurable and enjoyable. Also, keep in mind that sex is a
desire rather than a necessity because not everyone requires or seeks it to survive. The majority of
people have also abused sex and have lost their ability to control themselves.)

(Now, we go to the definition of wants. Man's life is a bundle of wants that can never be satisfied
always. Wants are desires for goods and services we would like to have but do not need. And with this,
sex is categorized as wants. Some can describe sex as a stress-reliever. Others say sex is fun. Therefore,
sex is a want because just like the other desire of humankind that they want to acquire just to relieve
themselves and want to make themselves feel energetic just by having these even though in reality, they
don't need much to survive. Also, it's like the other desires in life that most people cannot afford. People
long for it to be a pleasure and have fun. Thus, sex is a want because not all people need it or search for
it to survive. Through the outspread of rumors that sex is normal and sex is basic needs, many people
become blind and forget how to control and discipline themselves. They tend to follow the trend.)

(Now we'll look at the definition of desires. Man's life is a collection of unsatisfying desires. Wants are
desires for goods and services that we wish we possessed but do not. Thus, sex is classified as a desire.
Sex is sometimes referred to as a stress reliever. Others assert that sex is pleasurable. Thus, sex is a
desire, similar to the other desires of humankind, which they seek to acquire to relieve themselves and
feel more energetic simply by possessing these, despite the fact that they do not require much to
survive. Additionally, it is similar to the other desires in life that the majority of people cannot afford.
People yearn for it to be pleasurable and enjoyable. Thus, sex is truly a desire, as not everyone requires
or seeks it for survival. Due to the widespread belief that sex is natural and that sex is a basic need,
many people become blind and lose their ability to control and discipline themselves. )
Sex is a distraction, and at the same time, it is scary. Just like when you have a lot of wants in life, you
will forget what you need in this life because you are so busy chasing your desires. Too busy in satisfying
these desires and getting too much attached will distract you until your mind says you can't survive
without these. Just like when you put sex as the center of your life and as your basic needs, one day, you
will realize that sex doesn't bring anything good in life.

(Sex is a great distraction, but it can also be quite frightening. Just as when you have a lot of desires in
life, you will lose sight of what you really need in this life because you will be so preoccupied with
pursuing your desires. Too preoccupied with satisfying these desires and becoming overly attached will
cause you to become distracted until your mind declares that you cannot survive without them. Just as
when you put sex at the center of your life and as one of your basic needs, you will come to realize that
sex does not bring anything positive to your life at some point.)

(Sexual activity is both a diversion and a source of anxiety. Similarly to when you have a lot of wants in
life, you will forget what you need in this life if you are too preoccupied with pursuing your desires. Too
preoccupied with gratifying these desires and becoming overly attached will divert your attention to the
point where your mind declares that you cannot survive without them. Just as when you make sex the
focal point of your life and your basic needs, you will eventually realize that sex brings nothing positive
to life.)

In addition, I read from some articles that sex belongs to the physiological needs of humans. Therefore,
if this need cannot be satisfied thus according to this article, the body cannot function optimally. From
my point of view, I beg to disagree with this statement because hundreds of people out there claim that
their bodies can in the best function if they don't engage sex. I'm not an expert, but I think people who
consider that they can function optimally after sex get too attached to this activity and believe that they
can't live without it. There's a probability that these people are overdone sex that's why they become
addicted to doing it. Sex is just like marijuana that has a benefit as long as you intake the right dosage
only. However, if people abuse it, it's dangerous for their health. Also, not all people intake marijuana,
and same as with sex.

(Additionally, I read in several articles that sex is a physiological need for humans. As a result, if this need
is not met in this manner, the body cannot function optimally. I beg to differ with this statement
because hundreds of people claim that their bodies function optimally without sex. I'm not an expert,
but I believe that people who believe they can function optimally after sex and become overly attached
to this activity to the point where they believe they can't live without it are similar to what we refer to
as drug addicts. There is a possibility that these individuals have had too much sex, which is why they
develop an addiction to it. Sex, like marijuana, is beneficial when used properly. However, if individuals
abuse it, it can be hazardous to their health. Additionally, not everyone uses marijuana, just as not
everyone uses sex. )
(Additionally, I read in several articles that sex is a physiological need for humans. As a result, if this need
is not met in this manner, the body cannot function optimally. I beg to differ with this statement
because hundreds of people claim that their bodies function optimally without sex. I'm not an expert,
but I believe that people who believe they can function optimally after sex and become overly attached
to this activity to the point where they believe they can't live without it are similar to what we refer to
as drug addicts. There is a possibility that these individuals have had too much sex, which is why they
develop an addiction to it. Sex, like marijuana, is beneficial when used properly. However, if individuals
abuse it, it can be hazardous to their health. Additionally, not everyone uses marijuana, just as not
everyone uses sex. More importantly, sex is not something that everyone does on a daily basis.)

(Aside from that, I've read in a few articles that sexuality is a physiological requirement for human
beings. The body will not function optimally if this requirement is not met, as stated in this article. From
a personal standpoint, I respectfully disagree with this statement because hundreds of people out there
assert that their bodies function optimally when they refrain from engaging in sexual activity. Despite
the fact that I am no expert, I believe that people who believe that they can function optimally after sex
and who become overly attached to this activity and believe that they can't function properly without it
are similar to those who are classified as drug addicts. There is a possibility that these individuals have
had too much sex, and as a result, they have become addicted to doing it. Sex is similar to marijuana in
that it has benefits as long as you consume it in the proper dosage. Individuals who misuse it, on the
other hand, run the risk of harming their health. In addition, not everyone consumes marijuana, and the
same is true for sex. More importantly, not everyone on the planet engages in sexual activity on a daily
basis.)

It is not wrong to have sex sometimes as much you are already in your correct age and do it with the
right person. Like our other wants in life, it's good to have and acquire some of our desires in life as
much as we still prioritize our needs over our wants. Controlling ourselves is the best way to balance our
needs and wants in life. Remember that there are times when we should reward ourselves for a job well
done and for firmly facing the battles of life. Life would be boring if it's only about happy memories as
well as if it is all struggles. Life must always be balanced. Therefore, know your needs in life and indulge
yourself sometimes with the things you want.

(It is not wrong to have sex occasionally as long as you are of legal age and with the right person. As with
our other desires, it's beneficial to have and acquire some of our desires in life, as long as we continue to
prioritize our needs over our desires. Self-control is the most effective method for balancing our life's
needs and desires. Bear in mind that there are times when we should reward ourselves for a job well
done and for standing our ground against life's battles. Life would be dull if it were entirely made up of
happy memories or if it were entirely made up of struggles. Always maintain a sense of balance in your
life. As a result, be aware of your life's needs and occasionally indulge in the things you desire.)
Having sex is not a sin if you are of legal drinking age and with the appropriate person on some
occasions. Similarly to our other desires in life, it is beneficial to have and acquire some of our desires in
life, so long as we continue to prioritize our needs above our desires. Controlling our own behavior is the
most effective method of achieving a healthy balance between our needs and desires in life. Never
forget that there are times when we should reward ourselves for a job well done and for remaining firm
in the face of life's challenges.. Life would be tedious if it consisted solely of happy memories, as well as
if it consisted solely of difficulties. It is essential to maintain a sense of balance in one's life. As a result,
be aware of your own personal requirements in life and allow yourself to occasionally indulge in the
things you desire.

Sometimes, as long as you're in your right age and with the right person, having sex is not wrong. In the
same way that we still prioritize our needs over our wants for other things in life, it's good to have and
acquire some of our desires in life. The best way to strike a balance between our basic needs and our
wants in life is to exercise self-control. It's important to remember that rewarding ourselves for a job
well done and for firmly facing life's battles is a good thing to do occasionally. Life would be dull if it
consisted solely of happy memories or struggles. There must always be a healthy amount of equilibrium
in one's life. As a result, be aware of your life's needs and, on occasion, give in to your desires.