Summary
The article discusses how sexual norms for Generation Z, people born between 1997 and 2012, are changing. Journalist Carter Sherman explains in her book that this generation is having less sex due to influences like the internet, social media, and changes in sex education, especially since the Roe v. Wade decision in 2022.
Key Facts
- The overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 led to changes in how people think about sex.
- Carter Sherman, a journalist, wrote a book titled "The Second Coming: Sex and the Next Generation's Fight Over its Future."
- Generation Z is defined as those born between 1997 and 2012.
- Generation Z is reportedly having less sex compared to earlier generations.
- Factors like the internet, smartphones, and social media influence Gen Z's attitudes about sex.
- Many sex education classes were disrupted or went online during the pandemic.
- Some current sex education in America focuses mainly on abstinence rather than comprehensive sexual health.
- Sherman conducted over 100 interviews with young people and experts for her research.
