"Endeavour to teach your children the ins and outs of dating and sex from an early age and reinforce this message frequently. Above all, help your teenagers to appreciate that dating means getting to know other people emotionally and not only physically."Many teens will feel pressured to have sex, and many will think they have to give in to that pressure. Having a parent tell them it's ok to say no' may be just the confidence booster they need to not only resist the pressure but maybe exert some pressure of their own to have a more holistic, healthy dating relationship.
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Labels: sex, dating, communication
Posted By: Aspen Education Group