NEW STUDY SAYS TEENS THINK ORAL SEX LESS RISKY

A study conducted by Bonnie Halpern at the University of California-San Francisco reveals that young teens believe oral sex poses less risk to their health and their emotions than intercourse. Almost one-third said they planned to have oral sex within six months. To read the study, go to April’s edition of the journal Pediatrics at http://pediatrics.aappublications.org

CONFUSION OVER MARRIAGE IN CONNECTICUT

A Connecticut same-sex couple is seeking an annulment of their Massachusetts marriage - but the state court in Connecticut is refusing to dissolve the "marriage" because Connecticut does not recognize same-sex unions. What a mess - another need for a Federal Marriage Amendment to provide unity and stability for the institution of marriage.

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GOVERNMENT WEBSITE OFFERS TIPS FOR PARENTS

A new website constructed by the U.S. government is dedicated to helping parents talk to their teens about sex. The site at www.4parents.gov focuses on difficult topics such as teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, the risks of condom use and the importance of abstinence.