The elusiveness is the appeal. Groups like AGI believe that increased condom use and birth control is the answer to the epidemic. The argument about the parachute does not fly either. To give teens that impression is detrimental to their health and well-being. According to AGI, about three million teens acquire an STD each year.
Abstinence is the only respectful option to offer teens.
Beyond these statistics and biological consequences is the emotional health of teens. We owe these teens higher expectations than consistent condom usage.