Teenage Birth Control Rights
Commentary: Teenage Birth Control Rights In today's world, there are conflicts over the confidentiality of police reports, conflicts over the right to have an abortion, and conflicts over the release of personal medical records for public knowledge. All of these pressing issues have at least one thing in common-they are all issues of privacy. Many discussions take place regarding adults rights to privacy. Yet the same adults, who are so concerned over their rights, have proposed laws that limit the rights of teenagers. One of these bills, which regarded Title X (Ten) Birth Control Clinics, passed the U.S. House of Representatives in October of 1998. Legislators need to realize that pushing parental involvement is not ideal, and that there are many reasons why a teenager might be on birth control. Title X Legislation was originally passed in the early 70's and stated that women's reproductive health care should be available to all regardless of age, race, or monetary status. It also setup "Title X" Birth Control Clinics that provided women with low-cost contraceptives as well as medical screenings. Title X has been very successful. Over the years it has aided in decreasing pregnancy rates as well as reducing the spread
Since discussion of sex causes discomfort between many parents and teenagers instead of pushing parental involvement in this issue, we should teach parents how to be involved in other aspects of their children's lives. Title X Raises Concerns Over Birth Control Issues. Senator Johnie Hammond (D) recalls that they (Iowa legislators) had tried to pass a similar bill in the past. Manzullo wins Title X Battle in House. According to CNN there is a birth control pill "Ortho Tri-Cyclen" which has been marketed to clear up acne (FDA OK's Using 'The Pill' for Acne). Teen Sex Rate Drops for the First Time in 25 Years. The thought also allows for teenagers and parents to forge bonds, which will promote more active parental involvement in the teen's life.
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