Dishing intimate details about your sex life with mom and dad

I have two confessions. One that I sometimes watch MTV. I can't get enough of the reality shows that sensationalize sexuality. It's part of my job as a sex expert to be able to deconstruct these shows and comment on them at times. The second...well, read on.

The other night while channel surfing, I came across the show Sex: with mom and dad. Perhaps you've seen it. It was in previews giving us all a sneak peak before the premiere on September 29th. And now for the confession...I auditioned for this show. I'm sure a lot of experts auditioned. Funny to think Dr. Drew was the chosen one. The show definitely gets families confessing and talking. It does so with Dr. Drew's intervention in a therapy type setting, assigning homework for the teen and parents to complete together. I specifically remember talking to the producer about homework assignments and how research shows this is effective. Perhaps I helped shape the segment. But, from what I've seen so far, these assignments get them talking about who they have had sex with and how many times--both the teens and the parents. This isn't my idea of success. Talking yes, focusing on the intimate details, not so much. No doubt, this shock value will cause ratings to soar.

Bush Tells You How to Talk with Your Kids

A new Public Service Announcement (PSA) from the Bush Administration is telling you how to talk with your kids about sex. And, it's only advocating the message of waiting to have sex until marriage. Knowing that almost half of young people in grades 9-12 have had sex, this isn't a practical message. Besides, in a country that doesn't support same-sex marriage, the PSA and it's approach omits numerous gay, lesbian, and bisexual youth. Parents should be sharing their values with their kids, not the administration's.

Check out the full PSA on the government website http://www.4parents.gov/#psa
Speak out, and let the Bush administration hear your feedback!