Parental perspectives on sources of sex information for young people

J Adolesc Health. 2011 Jul;49(1):87-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2010.10.007. Epub 2011 Jan 15.

Abstract

Purpose: To examine parental perspectives toward sources of sex information.

Methods: Interviews were conducted with 1605 parents.

Results: Most parents indicated that youth should receive information from their parents; however, in reality, believe they obtain most of their information from friends and the media.

Conclusion: Nearly all parents want young people to receive information about sex from their parents.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Attitude*
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Interviews as Topic
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Minnesota
  • Parents / psychology*
  • Sex Education*