abstinence only education

One of the few kinds of education that actually supports withholding knowledge. Abstinence only education is a form of Sex Ed where people are only informed about the single fact that abstinence is the only completely effective form of birth control.

Abstinence only education is like taking driver's ed and having them tell you not to drive.

by Patrick Tescher June 07, 2006

abstinence only education

A rather counterproductive form of sex education that is supported by the evangelical movement.

Abstinence only education is a bit like "just hold it" potty training. -Roy Zimmerman

by kmuto April 18, 2007