by APFLI | Sep 28, 2016 | Family Breakdown Issues, Marriage - Definitions / History / Statistics / Studies, Reasons for Abstinence, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence, Right to Life - Archive
Loneliness can be one of the most difficult things we as humans can experience. For many singles, the feeling of loneliness can be a motivating factor in finding the perfect spouse. However, finding the perfect spouse can drive a person to give up a healthy...
by APFLI | Aug 17, 2016 | Child Development / Family Research, Parent Resources, Reasons for Abstinence, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence, Sterilization, Studies - Abstinence / Pornography / Sex Outside Marriage Research
The War on Abstinence and Fidelity A recent comment in The Lancet makes the case that when it comes to international HIV/AIDS prevention, abstinence and fidelity should be abandoned in favor of comprehensive sexuality education (CSE). Titled “A farewell to abstinence...
by APFLI | Jun 22, 2016 | Abstinence - Archive, Marriage - Definitions / History / Statistics / Studies, Parent Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence, Right to Life - Archive
Pediatricians: Abstinence on the Rise A new report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reveals that nearly 60 percent of high school students today have never had sex – an increase of 28 percent since 1991 —...
by APFLI | Dec 16, 2015 | Parent Resources, Reasons for Abstinence, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Earlier this week Fox News aired a report titled “The Truth About Sex & College.” It tells the true story of a typical “casual hook-up” on a college campus that ended with an assault charge and a ruined reputation for a young man. As in...
by APFLI | Dec 16, 2015 | Parent Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
When it comes to sex education, parents have a lot of competition – media, the Internet, peer groups and Planned Parenthood style sex education. Sometimes the uphill battle can feel overwhelming, but surveys have shown that children actually prefer to get...
by APFLI | Dec 8, 2015 | Parent Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence, Studies - Abstinence / Pornography / Sex Outside Marriage Research
Are you ever upset about what your children are exposed to in their public school? Do you have a desire to correct the wrongdoings? Fighting for justice can be hard in a world that constantly condemns others for being “judgmental” or “too...
by APFLI | May 11, 2015 | Parent Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
… Today, the age of innocence is changing. What was once a mother/daughter or father/son conversation involving much squirming, eye contact-avoiding, and skin-crawling is evolving into nothing more than an Internet search. Many sites are dedicated to informing...
by APFLI | May 11, 2015 | Population Decline, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
A new study released 29 May 2014, reported that America’s total fertility rate has hit a low that has not been experienced since 1986. At just 1.86 births per woman, America is now on the same course as many European nations. Researchers say that the main reason...
by APFLI | May 11, 2015 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Dressing modestly and fashionably in the summer can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be with the right clothes. Current summer fashions are filled with short skirts or shorts, bikinis, and tiny tank tops. Thankfully, we don’t have to compromise our...
by APFLI | May 11, 2015 | Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
The Day of Purity, Valentine’s Day each year, is a day when youth can make a public demonstration of their commitment to remain sexually pure in mind and actions. This day offers those who strive for sexual purity an opportunity to stand together in opposition...
by APFLI | May 11, 2015 | Parent Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
American Life League’s Stop Planned Parenthood International has developed a new resource to give parents who find themselves in the trenches and in need of help articulating arguments before school boards. This is another handy tool to fight Planned Parenthood...
by APFLI | May 5, 2014 | Parent Resources, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
According to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy, nearly 3 in 10 girls will become pregnant before the age of 20. In 2012, 305,388 teens (ages 15-19) gave birth. About 18% of women obtaining abortions are teenagers (i.e. about 200,000)...
by APFLI | Feb 21, 2014 | Reasons for Abstinence, Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Abstinence is a realistic goal. However, just like any other goal, to achieve it you’ve got to make a game plan. Abstinence doesn’t just happen, it happens because two people have made a plan and are taking the necessary steps toward achieving their goal....
by APFLI | Nov 3, 2012 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
How To Get RISK ELIMINATION EDUCATION In Our Schools 1.Start at the Classroom Level to Get in the School 2. Start with one Grade and do this Very Well Start with 8th Grade Classes — meet with Physical Education (PE) teachers to get approval...
by APFLI | Nov 25, 2007 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
DEALING WITH SIMILARITIES The first four steps deal with similarities between the man and woman. This is the first phase where no imperfections are seen in the other. 1. Meet; flash of interest; initial communication. 2. Meet again; he calls, talk a bit more, agree to...
by APFLI | Aug 22, 2007 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Romance is Caring Love Without...
by APFLI | Jul 21, 2007 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Students Exchange Paraphernalia for their Commitment to Chastity In this day and age, our young people are absolutely inundated with sexual temptations. The movies and internet are full of sexual images, ideas, and innuendos; musicians include sexually implicit...
by APFLI | Jul 12, 2007 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Speaking to Kids 'Early and Often' The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has unveiled its "Parents Speak Up" national campaign to help parents talk with youth about waiting until marriage to have sex. In addition to public service...
by APFLI | May 1, 2007 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Sometimes it helps to have SOUND BYTES for Abstinence Education — teens like these jingles! You can use WordArt with these phrases and make your own (or let the students make) posters & flyers. Abstinence — It makes HEALTHY SENSE…...
by APFLI | Dec 10, 2006 | Responses - Advocacy / Dating / Instruction & Teaching Abstinence
Clothing These are general suggestions for women AND for men. Try to AVOID: — tank tops — all tight-fitting clothing (pants, jeans, sweaters, shorts) and form-fitting fabrics that may reveal rather than conceal the figure of the wearer, or emphasize...