They may participate in sex play that is motivated by curiosity, and does not reflect upon sexual orientation. Parents may respond to such behavior by providing age-appropriate guidance …

It can be hard to acknowledge that all of us, even children, are sexual beings, have sexual feelings and are curious about sex and sexuality. Children’s curiosity can lead to exploring …

Aug 14, 2024 · A whopping one in five preteens aged 9-12 have had an online sexual interaction with someone they believed to be an adult, according to a report from anti-human trafficking …

These images showed children in sexual poses, displaying their genitals to the camera. The full assessment breakdown is shown in the chart. We assess child sexual abuse material …

Learn about the impact that seeing altered images and videos can have on young people and find out how to support them. Learn about the risks of fake news and find out how to spot hoaxes …

Even though the vast majority of preteens aren’t sexually active, they’re old enough to learn how to protect themselves in the future. Teaching them about STDs and safer sex sets the …

A series of sex education videos from Norway, intended for 8–12 year olds, includes explicit information and images of reproduction, anatomy, and the changes that are normal with the …

From conversations with children about their bodies to speaking with other adults about children’s sexually harmful behaviors, we have tips, tools and guidance so that you can help children live …

Young people face lots of different pressures and it’s important to show an understanding of why they might sell or share nude or explicit images or video online. Some celebrities and …

Jun 1, 2023 · When it comes to sex education, experts say parents should talk to their kids early and often. Here’s an age by age, stage by stage guide on to how to start.