How to Talk to Teens About Sex

Having a sex talk can be healthy.

Teenage sexuality is often one of the more difficult topics for many parents to discuss with teens, especially girls. Yet in today's world, where print media, television programming and movies give a sexual or homosexual slant or innuendo to everything, talking to teens about sex is more important than ever for their own health and safety. Most clothing designers also use sexuality in their designs and their marketing campaigns. Don't delay. Read on to learn how to talk to teens about sex.

Instructions

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   Choose a comfortable and private place to talk to your teenage child and pick a time when they have the time for you to have a discussion with them, and for them to ask any questions or make suggestions. Consider having a snack and cola, water or some other drink out for your teen.

2. Make sure your teenage child knows that you are not having the discussion to be judgmental or make demands on them, but rather to inform them about different aspects of sex and relationships.

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   Most teens think they know everything, that you don't understand what being a teen of their generation means, and are convinced parents just want to lecture them. Remind your teen that although society may change, teenage issues have not changed and sex has not changed either. Let your teen know that you just want to make sure they have the information they need to make informed choices.

4. Explain to your teen that there are different types of emotional and sexual attraction. Talk to them about infatuation, which teens often believe is 'love at first sight' rather than an immediate hormonal and biological attraction to a member of the same or opposite sex.

5. Help your teen understand that they can think and feel that another teen of the same sex is attractive in a sensual way, but that does not mean they have homosexual tendencies.

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