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This real-life DVD features the diverse voices of teens as they cope with what abstinence means in their lives. While abstinence is defined as "refraining from sexual intercourse before one is in a committed or married relationship", program discerns numerous grey areas surrounding abstinence. A young Latina woman chooses abstinence because of her budding career and the recognition that no one has meant enough to "go all the way". An African American athlete opts for abstinence until marriage because of personal dreams and career goals. A dancer from Vermont tries to make it in The Big Apple and must deal with dating, being on her own for the first time and honoring her vow of abstinence until marriage. Specific topics like sex in the media, why boundaries matter, confusing love and sex, risks and consequences of sex before you're ready, starting over, the importance of choosing friends, drugs and alcohol, and setting life goals are thoroughly explored.
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