Reflection Paper #2

Task #1: Answer the following prompt in its entirety by integrating information from Chapter 5, Chapter 9, and your chosen news article:

• In your own words, discuss the changes in sexual attitudes and practices over the history of the United States.  
• Select one of the several current issues and controversies involving sexuality and sexual behavior found in chapters 5 or 9 you want to research.
• Find one recent news article from a reputable source about the social problem you want to discuss published within the last two years.
  1. Briefly summarize your chosen news article.
  2. What is the specific social problem discussed in the news article?
  3. Which group is most impacted by the social problem under investigation? 
  4. In your opinion, what can be done by wider society to address the social problem under investigation?

Note: Social media posts are not reputable sources. 

• Task #2: Define and apply at least two-course concepts from chapter 5 or 9 to your discussion of the social problem you chose (e.g., LGBTQ+ discrimination, bullying; violence; employment discrimination; same-sex marriage; physical and mental health; heterosexual privilege; the sexual revolution: attitudes, behaviors; teenage sexual activity; teenage pregnancy; abortion; prostitution; or pornography).
• Be sure to include a URL link of your chosen reputable news article in your works cited or a references section.
• Cite your work by providing evidence from the course material (i.e., the textbook, lecture notes, videos, etc.) to substantiate your argument.