Abstinence-Only Education is a teaching approach that promotes abstaining from sexual activity until marriage as the only method of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies. This type of education often excludes information about contraception, safe sex practices, and other aspects of sexual health, focusing solely on the benefits of remaining abstinent. Critics argue that Abstinence-Only Education may not provide young people with the comprehensive knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their sexual health. Supporters believe it encourages moral values and can lead to lower rates of teen pregnancy and STIs, although research on its effectiveness is mixed.