• Sexually irresponsible behaviour is linked to social issues characterised in SA today (drug/alcohol abuse, peer pressure, misinformation and inadequate ed. etc)
• Aim: teach smart choices 4 responsible social behav & citizenship - character building, development of WHOLE person
• Link NCS: development of knowledge, values, attitudes & skills
• not a "just say no" approach to youth sexual crisis. New approach: - focus on condoms: not done enough to prevent HIV/AIDS
• abstinence approach
• sexuality = totality of being - how we view ourselves- study of self & relationships. (psychological, biological, cultural, ethical)
• teaching:

- assertiveness: without disrespecting rights (not aggressive / passive) repeat beliefs (broken record, "I don't smoke") (NO messages) (suggesting alternative actions- walk instead) (delay tactics, time to think - toilet, call, coffee)

- C&C thinking: not blindly accepting, analysing available resources, problem-solving

- Communication: Verbal & non. Active listening

- Conflict resolution: Define problem (avoid misconceptions); possible solutions; evaluate; select; action; evaluate

- decision making - goal setting - handling emotions (self-talk; "I" expressions) - negotiation (separate self from issue) - problem solving - public speaking