The largest gap of understanding still remains between the parents and the youth

especially in the area of sexuality. Sex is a natural part of life, and when questions

arise, they can be discussed in a matured way without condoning certain behavior.

Relying to that, we realize that sex education is important to be inserted in a person's

life. Therefore, sex education in high schools is very necessary for youngsters to

acquire information, form attitudes, beliefs and values about identity, relationships and

intimacy. Sex education also encompasses sexual development, affection, body image

and gender roles. In other words, it is about learning how we grow, reproduce and

change over the years. It also includes a positive view of sex and the safety involved

on sexuality. Regarding to the importance of sex education, I want to state my stand

here that I strongly agree that "High schools must provide young people with adequate

sex education because ignorance can be harmful".

Sex education in high schools helps young people to be more prepared for life chan