A.

Definition

Factors influencing attitudes towards sex education can vary among

individuals and cultures. However, some common factors include religious

and cultural beliefs, family values and upbringing, societal norms and taboos,

educational background and exposure, and personal experiences or traumas

related to sex or sexuality. Religious and cultural beliefs often shape

individuals' perspectives on sexuality and may influence their acceptance or

resistance to comprehensive sex education. Family values and upbringing play

a significant role in shaping attitudes, as parents or guardians are influential

in transmitting values and beliefs about sex education. (Orzan & Ocrin,2005)

B. Review of Related Literature

In the survey by Xiaochuan Jiang titled A survey on young people's attitudes

towards sexual education in the family. It stated that family is an essential

part of sexual education and most young people are aware of its importance.

It stated that parents’ knowledge about sex education can influence young

people. Parents’ knowledge about sex education can positively shape and

inform young people’s understanding attitudes and behaviors towards

sexuality, relationships, and reproductive health. (Jiang, 2022)

In the study by G.W. Woo et al. titled Factors Affecting Sex Education in the

School System. Stated that there are three major strong influences on the sex

education curriculum for teachers: personal influences, the availability of

curriculum, and previous training. Personal values influenced teachers the

most in creating their sex education curriculum. (Woo et al., 2011)