Abstinence education is a teaching approach that promotes refraining from sexual activity until marriage. It emphasizes the benefits of waiting, such as emotional health, relationship stability, and prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies. This type of education often includes discussions about values, decision-making, and the importance of healthy relationships. Programs may vary in their content and delivery, but they typically focus on the physical, emotional, and social aspects of abstaining from sex. Some abstinence education initiatives are supported by government funding, while others are offered by community organizations or religious groups, aiming to provide youth with information and skills to make informed choices.