Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 9:08:00 PM EDT
Condoms are pretty important, and for the most part extremely effective. The success rate of condoms hinges though on if they're used properly. Don't put on two or they'll tear, make sure you aren't using anything that destroys the latex, make sure they're the right size.
That last point is often missed though it presents a serious problem. If a condom is too big then it slips off and is unable to prevent unintentional pregnancy or the contraction of disease. Amidst studies that show growing numbers of extremely young people having sex (in the 12-14 years old range), even if both partners were responsible enough to use condoms, the average condom would be too large for a male who hasn't yet fully developed.
Then came the "Hotshot", a mini condom manufactured by a Swiss company and currently sold only in Switzerland. More appropriately sized for those who fall under the age range of 12-14, it has sparked controversy over how early kids have begun to have sex amidst questions that wonder whether such a product encourages such behavior.
While I do find the growing number of people becoming sexually active at such a young age troubling, I personally feel that creating an effective condom so that they can be safe is important. The consequences of having sex when you're twelve could severely alter your life, and if the reason for an unintended pregnancy or STI is because of an ineffective condom I find that rather sad.
I'd love to hear other people's opinions or commentary on the "kid's condom" and whether you think that it does anything to encourage sex at a younger age.
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