Tag Archives: morals

Preventing Social Decay

Have you noticed the social decay that is happening as families are torn apart and moral values disintegrate? I have definitely noticed that as families have lost their moral identity and homes have been broken that children are the ones that suffer. It is obvious as you look at the character of many of today’s children and teenagers that the values that our nation once cherished are disappearing from the rising generation. The downfall of the mighty empire Rome was the social decay of its people, which started in the home, as parents no longer taught their children moral values. … Continue reading →

Teaching Teenagers To Be Sexually Abstinent

In today’s society immorality is common. About 60% of teens in the United States are sexually active. About 34% of teenage girls become pregnant. Only half of these girls will graduate from high school. Each year 25 million teens–about 25%–are infected with a STD. According to the book, Sex Love and You, teens that engage in premarital sex are likely to experience fear about pregnancy and STDs, regret, guilt, lowered self-respect, fear of commitment, and depression. As a mother of two daughters and a son I find these statistics terrifying. A study completed by Zogby in 2003 found that 79% … Continue reading →

Teaching Teenagers to Live Moral Lives

Over the last 40 years society’s morals have been decreasing. Drug and alcohol abuse, violence, and sexual promiscuity have been increasing. There are three key family characteristics that contribute to a teen’s choice to live a moral life: family connectedness, parental regulation, and freedom to express opinions. Family Connectedness Delinquent teens are less likely to come from families where parents show love and appreciation. Where the teenagers feel a connection and a belonging with the family unit. So how can parents foster family connectedness? · Spend one on one time. Go to an athletic event, get ice cream, or take … Continue reading →