Premarital sex

com" From an academic perspective at University level within the UK, citing sources from political, religious or other information sources is acceptable. Whether this is different between countries is debatable. Although different fields of expertise prefer to utilise sources familiar to the specific professional base, research community and the like when issues have not been studied adequately then providing information from outside and even contaminated sources although not ideal is often used to start a trend of study. There have been numerous studies by religious organisations which have studied the effect of pre-marital sex, promiscuity and various other issues. Secular humanistic organisations have also conducted studies in these area's of study. The problem that we have is that definitions are not agreed upon, information is not accepted and it even appears at times that there is open hostility towards each party. I believe this hostility is based around issues such as the existence of God, lifestyle choice and morality and not merely on the facts presented. I wanted to debate about pre-martial sex and why I thought it was unhealthy, destructive and contributed to emotional issues in future partnership. Pre-martial sex can be defined as sexual intercourse between two people of the opposite sex outside of marriage, Articles Base (2010). Sexual promiscuity is often although not exclusively outside of marriage and therefore can be linked, but this has been disregarded by my opponent. I therefore used research that included teenage pre-marital sex and promiscuity, the problems it causes, the increase emotional damage and even the increased suicide risk because of this lifestyle, but these have been disregarded as being irrelevant by opponent as well. It was argued by "Pro" that teenage sexuality cannot be included because they are too young to get married but the studies mostly included ages up to 25 years even though it was dubbed "Teenage", so the counter argument is flawed. Studies have shown that pre-martial sexual activity is 35 times more likely in an individual if they have been abused. But if an individual has a good relationship with their parents then the emergence of early sexual activity is is delayed, Pubmed (2009). Arguments that pre-marital sex is beneficial as it improves sexual relationship within marriage has not been established but studies by Pubmed (2009a), show that premarital counselling is of great benefit and increases sexual satisfaction. It should be noted that studies dramatically show that those who engage in pre-martial sex are 60 percent more likely to divorce than those who do not have pre-martial sex, guilt and emotional issues are evident and even the "wrong person" can be married through the confusion of sexual closeness compared to relational compatibility, Boundless (1998). Couples who live together are also within the category of premarital sex. Those who live together reduce their changes of having a happy marriage later on if they are inappropriately prepared and not counselled before hand, Game Theory (2002). In regards to the spiritual element of sex, my opponent wanted proof of spirituality, so I have included a example link to the World Health Organisation which shows not only do they acknowledge spirituality but also attempt to incorporate it within healthcare, WHO (2010). This is a worldwide practice and not limited to a particular continent. It is also clear that religion and spirituality play a huge part in sexual activity, Pubmed (2009b) and female pre-marital sexual activity is reduced. The discussion asking whether religious rhetoric is beneficial in protecting individuals or causes harm is not covered within this debate, Grace Notes (2010). I would have liked to go more in depth and give a better overview of the dangers of pre-marital sex. For those who have engaged in it there is hope. Being informed, prepared and aware that not only multiple sexual partners but even one sexual partner effects emotions then there is awareness, Real Sex Facts (2010). This awareness can benefit so that issues and difficulties can be dealt with before they cause harm. The debate against pre-marital sex is not primarily about sex at all but about improving relationships and holistic well-being of society. . http://www.articlesbase.com... . http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov... . http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov... . http://www.boundless.org... . http://www.gametheory.net... . http://www.who.int... . http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov... . http://www.realtime.net... . http://www.realsexedfacts.com...