THE STUDY OF IMPLEMENTATION OF SEX EDUCATION IN YOUTHS IN THE PHILIPPINES

A Topic Presented to:

Prof. Jineva M. Sucnaan, LPT

GE 3: The Contemporary World

November 23, 2022

Group 1 Members:

Bengson, Hannah E. BSA-1

Falcon, Dominic BEED-1

Tagalogon, Ana Marie BSED-1

Tabamo, Mc Khan B. BSA-1

Samaniego, Axcyl John F. BSED-1

Oracion, Angelica L. BSA-1

Auceran, John Denver BSA-1

Rasos, Christian BSBA-4

Otero, Rochen P. BEED-1

 INTRODUCTION

Although life is valuable, when does the act of creating it becomes problematic? One of the numerous

issues the world is currently facing is the rise of the human population, which has been a matter of

controversy. In addressing the issue of population growth, demographers and other experts claim that

excessive population growth cannot find a solution without a strict policy to control it (Stefoff, 1993).

Therefore, governments must implement “comprehensive reproductive health care, including family

planning basis and, more broadly, provision of maternal and child health care that is affordable and

free of charge” (Goldin, 2014). In the 20th century, the rate of population slowly increased

considerably. Furthermore, just though the population growth rate has slowed down does not

guarantee our safety. Health challenges, access to education, and technology are all factors that

have an impact on population growth issues. The ecosystems are at great risk as more people are

born. It has turned into a concern because it has impacted our world's social, environmental, and

economic aspects. In the film Frontline: “Heat, we can see how there might not be a future for our

planet unless we are able to reduce the emissions and make our world a safe place. Not only for the

present but also for future generations so that they are able to live long and healthy lives.”

An increase in the human population may have an impact on our economy. Unemployment,

poverty, and limitations on economic growth are a few of the variables that are impacted. When the

population increases, the cost of health will lead to the danger of infectious diseases in a community,

it is increased by factors like starvation, pollution, crowded living conditions, and a lack of healthcare

facilities. One of the issues that raised the population growth in the Philippines is teenage pregnancy.

In a study conducted by the National Demographic and Health Survey in 2013, one out of every

young Filipino women aged 15 to 19 is already a mother or pregnant with a first child.

Therefore, the government in partnership with different non-government agencies should exert

efforts in resolving this issue. Teenage Pregnancies are often associated with social development

issues such as lack of sufficient education and poverty. The study's overall thesis develops together
with the core ideas of "Health education" This is meant as an “eye-opener” and help them see

participate in the preparation, execution, and assessment of public awareness programs that promote

sustainable development, engaging participation is necessary for achievement. Sex education needs

to start as soon as possible, sex education should be incorporated into the curriculum of the

intermediate and secondary schools to properly educate them on the effects and disadvantages of

early pregnancy (Salvador et.al., 2016)

THE STUDY OF IMPLEMENTATION OF SEX EDUCATION IN YOUTHS IN THE PHILIPPINES

As of the year 2021, the Commission on Population and Development (PopCom) recorded a rise of

7% in births among girls aged 15 to 18. According to recent World Bank data, the Philippines has a

higher adolescent birth rate than the global average of 44, with 47 births per 1,000 women aged 15 to

19. A portion of them died due to pregnancy and childbirth complications. Cases are more prevalent

in rural areas where the implementation of sex education and cooperation between Local

governments is pale. In addition, the current lifestyle of youth in times of the pandemic, wherein

there’s a discord in exposure to the curriculum.

The goal of this theory is first, to strengthen, boost and rebuild the implementation of sexual

education in the Philippine curriculum. Second, to establish and reconnect to the youth once again

during the time of the pandemic. Third, to aid and help teenage pregnant girls to avoid birth

complications and death for the two souls. And lastly, to reduce the out hand growth of the country’s

population. This theory limits the field of the youths, which are mainly exposed to social media,

making them more vulnerable to pornographic videos online as there is no cost limit for social media.

Furthermore, most youths are starting their menstrual periods, and the boys will be open to this idea

as well. This theory is beneficial in helping to reduce teenage pregnancy as student enters high

school, he or she becomes interested in the changes that occur in their body. Thus, the more
educated they are, the easier it is for them to transition into adulthood and be guided as they embrace

the changes in their body.

Comprehensive knowledge about sexual and reproductive health is necessary for youth and is within

their legal rights. There is mounting evidence and worldwide agreement that this information needs to

be age- and developmentally appropriate as well as factually correct. Comprehensive Sexuality

Education (CSE) ought to be curriculum-based and progressive, beginning at a young age and

presenting fresh knowledge that expands on previously acquired knowledge. In order to give young

people the knowledge and life skills they need to make informed decisions, enjoy their sexuality,

reduce vulnerabilities (including those specific to the urban environment), and protect their health,

well-being, and rights, CSE is comprehensive in that it provides an understanding of sexual and

reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in the broader context of young people's lives. It might be

necessary to reassure people in these instances that the purpose of sex education is not to alter

cultural norms and that it could benefit both young people and society at large by preventing some

negative outcomes, such as ruining modesty or starting premarital relationships.

Scope and Demilitations:

Several countries have implemented policies as a method to control their population growth. In some

other countries, they enforce the policy of limiting the birth rates in order to reduce the increase of the

population. An example of this is the country of China, where the one-child policy is implemented and

where parents who only have one child are rewarded with free health care and lower tax rates. In

recent years, this policy has altered to encourage parents to only have one child.

In some other countries like France, who encouraging immigration where parents receive child

benefits and are granted compensated maternity and paternity leave from work after having a child.

Population policies have sometimes been voluntary in some countries and the law in others.

Population control may involve any of the following:

a) Family Planning
1.1 The Benefits of having a smaller family

a. Quality life for children

b. Amplified economic success

c. Quality life for parents

d. Less pressure on family budgets

e. Maximum level of happiness.

1.2 Number of children – the number of children is based on the stability of

the parents, both financial and personality stability.

1.3 Family stability – parents must have the good financial stability to provide for the

needs of the family and a stability of their personalities to handle

the situation in the times of hard arguments and adversities

1.4 Adopted in forms of government institutions or orphanages – Education of

what are the benefits and concerns of adopting a baby in

government institutions or orphanages.

1.5 Adopted within family or in the forms of an extended family – Education of what

are the benefits and concerns of adopting a baby in the form of

one’s own family.

b) Birth Control

2.1 Legal Abortion – A medical Procedure to terminate the pregnancy. To cancel the

plan of having a family or unwanted family.

2.2 Contraceptives – A device or drug that will be utilized to prevent pregnancy

or unwanted family.
 2.3 The education and concerns of having an unplanned family

a. Poverty

b. Stress and problems

c. Quality life both in the child and parents

c) Offering Financial Incentives for having a large family in the Philippines

3.1 Enables Support and Development - It helps parents to give their kids the things and

care they need to grow up healthily, especially in the formative years of their lives. In order to provide

for their children's material needs, such as enough food and proper medical care, as well as to

provide the nurturing care that is so crucial to children's development.

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