Abstract

PIP: The author disputes the opinion that contraceptive information and sexual education in the schools does not contribute to promiscuity. Citing the increase in venereal disease cases treated in clinics (from 80,000 in 1949 to 282,000 in 1973), increased illegitimate births to women under age 20, and a 90% increase in abortions among girls 18 and under, he suggests that contraceptive discussions in the schools leave the implication that children are supposed to be sexually active. It appears the most reliable method of contraception misses the attention of many who give sex education. This method is simply - ''no.''