Problem
Ignorance of reproductive processes
Other Names:
Ignorance of the cause of conceptionIgnorance concerning sex
Incidence:
It has been argued that such ignorance was once widespread and was possibly general in the history of man. In certain tribes, especially those practising cohabitation before puberty, conception may be believed to result by more or less magical means and apart from sexual intercourse. This is reinforced by the disproportion of pregnancies to the frequency of such intercourse. In the absence of sexual education in modern schools, such ignorance may persist into early adulthood, especially for those living in isolated areas.
Broader Problems:
Ignorance of health and hygiene Narrower Problems:
Untrue myths about virginity Aggravates:
Misuse of sexPaternal negligenceHealth risks of teenage sexDeception between sexual partnersDiseases of the reproductive organs Subject(s):
Biosciences → Growth??Education → Educational level??
Medicine → Reproductive system??
Society → Sex-related questions??
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
D: Detailed problems Date of last update
30.05.2019 – 19:12 CEST