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Body Talk

The truth about sexual decisions, delivered with compassion, data, and conviction. Because teens deserve facts, not just cultural noise.

62M+

US abortions since 1973

1 in 4

teens has a sexually transmitted infection

↑40%

higher relationship satisfaction when couples wait for marriage

Teens deserve the full picture

In a world that sexualizes everything, teens are rarely given the other side of the story. Body Talk presents statistical, psychological, and scientific data that the mainstream conversation leaves out, giving teens the information to make truly informed decisions.

Topics include the emotional and physical consequences of premarital sexual activity, the connection between early sexual experiences and depression, and research consistently showing that couples who wait for marriage report higher satisfaction and communication.

REIGN presents this not with shame, but with the deep conviction that teens are worth telling the truth to, and capable of making choices that honor their own wellbeing.

Body Talk program presentation

Program Highlights

  • The science of bonding hormones and emotional attachment
  • Real statistics on STIs, unplanned pregnancy, and emotional fallout
  • Social media's role in distorting body image and expectations
  • The documented benefits of sexual integrity
  • Practical strategies for resisting peer pressure

Common questions

What does "Body Talk" teach teens? +

Body Talk presents scientific, psychological, and biblical data about the consequences of premarital sexual activity, including emotional, physical, and relational impacts, and makes the case for waiting.

Is Body Talk abstinence-only education? +

Yes. Body Talk presents abstinence as the only guaranteed method of prevention for STIs and unplanned pregnancy, while acknowledging that teens face real social pressures and deserve honest information.

What are some statistics covered in Body Talk? +

The program covers key data: over 62 million abortions in the US since 1973, correlations between early sexual activity and depression, and research showing couples who wait report higher relationship satisfaction.

Is this program appropriate for all teen ages? +

Body Talk is tailored to your audience. We present age-appropriate content for middle school and high school students. We work with your organization to ensure the material fits your community.

References

  1. Wolfinger, Nicholas H. "Number 3 in 2023: There's No Huge Gender Gap in Being Single among Young Adults." Institute for Family Studies. ifstudies.org. Accessed 28 Dec. 2023.
  2. "Abortion Information." National Right to Life. nrlc.org. 2013. Accessed 23 Nov. 2023.

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