Abstinence

» Abstinence
   Discussion of the advantages and possibly drawbacks of relying on sexual abstinence as a means of preventing pregnancy. By Dr. Hatcher of Emory University.

   
   http://dev-gynob.emory.edu/familyplanning/abstinence.cfm

» Abstinenceedu.com
   Information on a program for teens and curriculums as well as reading material.

   
   http://www.abstinenceedu.com/

» Aim for Success
   Through live presentations students are encouraged to develop strong, responsible character as they deal with sexual pressure. Promotes committing to be sexually abstinent until marriage.

   
   http://www.aimforsuccess.org/

» Aware: Teens
   Abstinence, wait-training and relationship education. Includes a place to ask questions about STDs, sexuality, and abstinence. Profiles teens that have chosen abstinence.

   
   http://www.awareprogram.net/teens.html

» Best Friends Foundation
   Operates programs nationwide for teenagers to promote self-respect and build character by providing skills and guidance to help them abstain from sex, drugs and alcohol.

   
   http://www.bestfriendsfoundation.org

» Campaign For Our Children
   Includes information, FAQs and possible reasons.

   
   http://www.cfoc.org/index.php/teen-guide/

» Chastity, Abstinence and Dating
   The purpose of this website is to teach chastity from the real life examples of young men and women who have chosen chastity.

   
   http://www.chastitycall.org/

» Choosing the Best
   Abstinence based sex education program.

   
   http://www.choosingthebest.org/

» Free Teens
   A reality-based, abstinence-centered pregnancy prevention program used around the world.

   
   http://www.freeteens.org/

» Healthy Love: A Positive Approach to Abstinence
   Questions and answers about abstinence for teens.

   
   http://tglit.home.mindspring.com/

» National Abstinence Clearinghouse
   Promotes the appreciation for and practice of sexual abstinence until marriage. Research articles and age appropriate materials on abstinence available.

   
   http://www.abstinence.net/

» Peers Educating And Encouraging Responsible Sexuality
   The PEERS Project is a program in which high school age mentors work with younger students to demonstrate the wisdom of saving sex for marriage.

   
   http://www.peersproject.org/

» Positive Approach to Teen Health
   PATH promotes abstinence only education, curriculum resources, frequently asked questions about teen sexuality, and information on STDs, and teen pregnancy.

   
   http://www.pathblazer.org/

» Project Pledge
   Site provides information and support for teens choosing to abstain from premarital sex, alcohol, drugs and similar activities.

   
   http://projectpledge.org

» Project Reality
   Web abstinence based education site. An assortment of articles, editorials, programs, products, and freebies designed to promote sexual abstinence.

   
   http://www.projectreality.org/

» Project Respect of Northwest Ohio
   Information and resources about abstinence in a support group from Ohio, United States.

   
   http://www.projectrespectnwo.org/

» Purely Committed
   Students at Westmont College are committed to promoting sexual abstinence until marriage.

   
   http://www.angelfire.com/dc2/purelycommitted/index.html

» Sex Before Marriage?
   Provides reasons for abstinence, facts and links.

   
   http://www.geocities.com/srose_ix/sexbeforemarriage.html

» Sex Respect - Abstinence Education Program for Teens
   Abstinence education program, designed to encourage teens to choose not to have sex before marriage. Includes information on contraceptives and STDs relating to the failure rates for pregnancy and disease prevention.

   
   http://www.sexrespect.com/

» Sexual Abstinence as Viewed by Students
   Student oriented site in which students share their views on sexual abstinence. Poems, cartoons, and essays written by teens promoting sexual purity.

   
   http://www.days.org/americapure.html

» Sexual Purity
   Theory and practical approach to premarital sex, abstinence, and sexual purity.

   
   http://www.premaritalsex.info/

» Silver Ring South Carolina
   A South Carolina faith based sexual abstinence program for teens.

   
   http://www.silverringthingsc.com/home.asp

» Steps Toward Premarital Sexual Abstinence
   Practical pro-active steps and advice for those who have committed to premarital sexual abstinence.

   
   http://www.worldwidegroovecorp.com/abstinence/

» Teen Straight Talk
   Information on various aspects of the topic including quotes and music.

   
   http://www.teenstraighttalk.com/

» Teen Talk: Sex
   From the U. S. Public Health Service about choosing abstinence.

   
   http://www.wprc.org/9.27.0.0.1.0.phtml

» Teen-Aid
   Promoting premarital abstinence in schools, through parent teen communication, and the Internet. Abstinence education program with goal setting, creative dating ideas.

   
   http://www.teen-aid.org/

» Teenage Sexual Abstinence Videos
   Award winning Videos for teens dealing with date rape, setting personal boundaries, and postponing sexual involvement.

   
   http://www.empowerkids.com/html/101_ways.htm

» True Love Waits
   Encourages waiting until marriage to have sex. Provides relevant scriptures from the Bible.

   
   http://www.freewebs.com/truelovewaits/

» United Students for Abstinence
   Provides information about and promotion of abstinence only education for teens. Partially funded by a grant from the state of Florida, Department of Health.

   
   http://www.usa100.net/

» WV Abstinence Only Education Project
   Provides refusal skills and explains possible consequences of sexual activity, such as STDs. Also suggests approaches for parent-teen discussion.

   
   http://www.wvdhhr.org/mcfh/icah/Abstinence/index.htm