Sex on Tap is sexuality programming geared toward young adults who often face a sexually confusing cultural landscape that includes excessive alcohol consumption. The combining of alcohol with sex is usually due to discomfort or shame of sexuality. This often leads to unsafe sex practices which can result in morning-after regrets, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, sexual assault and rape.
Here are some of the statistics on the combining of alcohol consumption with sex:
- By senior year of college, 81% of students have had sex because they were drunk.
- College students who mix alcohol and sex report having more partners whom they know only "slightly" or "moderately."
- Alcohol impairment often leads to: not knowing your partner, not having a condom available, not using a condom, or not using it correctly.
- In two-thirds of unplanned pregnancies, the woman was intoxicated during sex.
- 60% of STIs are contracted when the partners are drunk.
- 90% of all sexual assaults occur under the influence of alcohol.
- 80% of first sexual experiences occur under the influence of alcohol
Sex on Tap examines sexual ethics with particular attention to school campus culture and context. Our programming teaches individuals to celebrate and embrace their sexuality as they engage in responsible and healthy sexual decisions.
Sexuality is one of the most important justice issues we face today. Our lack of understanding and positive public discourse creates relationship and sexual dysfunction, injustice, and oppression, especially for women. The responsibility for engaging in this discourse rests with each individual, and Sex on Tap equips people with the skills necessary for discussing these issues along with providing the knowledge needed in order to make healthy choices regarding one’s own body.
This program is designed to promote self-examination, internal critique, and personal and spiritual growth. It is not a substitute for personal therapy or relationship counseling.
Sources
"Alcohol and AIDS," U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, Alcohol Alert 1992; 15: 1-4.
"A Time-honored Campus Tradition: Binge Drinking." Tufts University Diet and Nutrition Letter 1992; 2.
Strunin, L., and R. Hingson, "Alcohol, Drugs, and Adolescent Sexual Behavior." International Journal of Addiction 1992; 27: 129-146.
Butcher, A., et al, "HIV-related Sexual Behaviors of College Students." Journal of American College Health 1991; 40: 115-118.
"Alcohol Plus Sex Equals," New Jersey Collegiate Consortium for Health in Education, Rutgers University, 1992, 1-4.
"Effects of Alcohol on Sexual Function by Sex and Amount of Alcohol," in Patricia J. Bush, Drugs, Alcohol, and Sex, 1980.
"Women and Alcohol," McKinley Health Center, University of Illinois at Champlaign-Urbana, 1985.
"More Drink to Get Drunk in College," Atlanta Constitution, June 3, 1992.
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