In regard to masturbation, I think that it is something that is a part of human sexuality and it's a part of something that perhaps should be taught. But we've not even taught our children the very basics. And I feel we have tried ignorance for a very long time and it's time we try education.


Statement at United Nations World AIDS Day (December 1, 1994)

Joycelyn Elders Quotes

In regard to masturbation, I think that it is something that is a part of human sexuality and it's a part of something that perhaps should be taught. ...

In regard to masturbation, I think that it is something that is a part of human sexuality and it's a part of something that perhaps should be taught. ...

In regard to masturbation, I think that it is something that is a part of human sexuality and it's a part of something that perhaps should be taught. ...

In regard to masturbation, I think that it is something that is a part of human sexuality and it's a part of something that perhaps should be taught. ...