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Research and explain the benefits of abstinence from sexual activity such as increased self-esteem, self-confidence, and student academic achievement.
Grades 7-8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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abstinencesexual activitybenefitsself-esteemself-confidencestudent academic achievement
Skills
- research (abstinence from sexual activity) #dok3
- explain (benefits of abstinence from sexual activity) #dok2
- analyze (relationship between abstinence and self-esteem, self-confidence, academic achievement) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can define abstinence from sexual activity. #dok1
- I can list benefits of abstaining from sexual activity, including self-esteem, self-confidence, and academic achievement. #dok1
- I can explain how abstinence from sexual activity can lead to increased self-esteem and self-confidence. #dok2
- I can describe the impact of abstinence on academic achievement. #dok2
- I can research and summarize studies or information showing the personal and academic benefits of abstinence from sexual activity. #dok3
- I can analyze how choosing abstinence from sexual activity may affect different areas of a person's life. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Abstinence from sexual activity can positively impact a young person's emotional well-being and academic performance.
- Choosing abstinence involves personal values and has measurable benefits in areas such as self-esteem, self-confidence, and school achievement.
Essential Questions
- What is abstinence from sexual activity, and why might some students choose it?
- How can abstinence influence self-esteem and self-confidence in adolescents?
- In what ways can practicing abstinence impact a student's academic achievement?
- What evidence supports the benefits of abstinence from sexual activity for teenagers?
- How might the choice to remain abstinent affect different aspects of a young person's life?