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| June 15 , 2006
Media Stories
Sex ed classes must promote abstinence Project SAVE teaches more than abstinence Teen health behavior poll finds ‘encouraging’ trends ‘No more money’ for abstinence education, campaign says Conference presents abstinence as matter of life and death More men than women say ‘I do’ to marriage, family The case for teen abstinence education A worthy goal for soccer Healthy Marriage – Administration for Children and Families Responsible Fatherhood – Administration for Children and Families Community Services - Administration for Children and Families The Family in America: New Research (The Howard Center for Family, Religion and Society, April 2006) Toledo Adolescent Relationships Study (Bowling Green University, May 2006) – Researchers found that teen boys are more emotionally invested in romantic relationships than they are generally given credit for. Teens Don’t Self-Medicate Depression (Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation, September 20, 2005) – Researchers found that depression in teens is more often a result of behaviors such as sexual activity and drug use, rather than a cause. Girls at Much Greater Depression Risk When Experimenting With Alcohol, Drugs and Sex (Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation, May 22, 2006) – Study shows that girls who experiment with alcohol, drugs, and sex are more likely to suffer from depression than boys who engage in similar activities. Evaluating Marriage: Does Marriage Matter to the Nurturing of Children? (University of Maryland School of Law, October 2005) – Article by Robin Fretwell Wilson evaluates studies that look at how children are impacted when growing up in homes with married biological parents as opposed to unmarried biological parents. Incidence and Correlates of Unwanted Sex in Relationships of Middle and Late Adolescent Women (Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, June 2006) – Researchers found that unwanted sex frequently occurs in teen sexual relationships. Technical Assistance Conference Call on Communications Midwest Abstinence Education Training and Technical Assistance Workshop Technical Assistance Web Cast on A-H Compliance Technical Assistance Conference Call on Sound Business Practices Technical Assistance Webcast on Medical and Scientific Accuracy Technical Assistance Conference Call on Evaluation Technical Assistance Web Cast on Communications Technical Assistance Conference Call on Integration of Scientific Information Regional Training and Technical Assistance Workshop National Community-Based Abstinence Education Grantee Conference
Quote for the Day "When all is said and done, the spread of HIV can only be prevented by individuals, specifically those who protect themselves and others, by abstaining from risky behaviors. The declining rate of new infection in the U.S. is proof that many people have accepted this responsibility." ("Learning From Our Mistakes: Successes and Failures in 25 Years of Fighting AIDS," Wall Street Journal, June 9, 2006, page W13) |
PHYLLIS HENDERSON is an Abstinence Education Specialist for the Administration for Children and Families, Family and Youth Services Bureau. She has held key positions in various offices in the Department of Health and Human Services such as the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Legislation (ASL); Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE); Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives (FBCI); and the Office of the Commissioner for the Administration on Children, Youth and Families. Prior work experience includes Administrative Officer for the Patent and Trademark Office and 17 years of knowledge of and experience with the U.S. House of Representatives. She has worked on issues such as child pornography, forfeiture, armor-piercing bullets, gun control, software piracy, and copyright royalty. She has served as liaison with senior officials and staff of the executive branch, legislative branch, Congressional Budget Office, public organizations, elected and appointed State and local officials, constituents, and the public. She strives to be a “voice” and advocate for our children and the elderly. She is an honor student at the University of Maryland University College, where she is pursuing a B.S. degree in Social Science and a minor in Gerontology. She is active in her church and community. She is married to Retired Sergeant Major Wayne Henderson; they have two adult children – Wayne and Kimberly. She is a people person who enjoys reading, music, drama, and traveling.The Abstinence Education E-Update comprises links to Web sites with information on current events, research, funding opportunities, and other items related to abstinence-until-marriage education. Inclusion of this information does not imply endorsement by the Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), or the National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth (NCFY). Moreover, the points of view or opinions expressed on these Web sites do not necessarily represent the official position, policies, or views of FYSB, HHS, or NCFY.
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