Hebephilia is the strong, persistent sexual interest by adults in pubescent children who are in early adolescence, typically ages 11–14 and showing Tanner stages 2 to 3 of physical development. [1] .

Learn how to respond to children’s sexual behaviors so that every child is protected, supported and cared for. Questions about what is normal sexual curiosity and experimentation in children’s behavior …

Children now are more likely to see or come across sexual images and videos at a younger age than their parents would have done. This can be through films, music videos or online, including …

Feb 19, 2020 · More than 200 Australians have collectively paid more than $1.3 million to watch live streamed child sexual abuse filmed in the Philippines. In the video above, a report in December …

Aug 8, 2022 · So You Got Naked Online is a resource offering advice and strategies for parents, children and young people who have shared a sexting image or video online and have lost control over that …

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 approach of puberty.

These can be of concern and have the potential to be outside safe and healthy behaviours if they persist. They require a response from a protective adult, extra support and close monitoring.

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 their own and each …

Globally, nearly 1 in 8 girls experience sexual abuse before the age of 18. [12] . This means that over 370 million girls and women currently alive have experienced rape or sexual assault before turning …

Using the internet or social media to engage in sexual activity is commonly referred to as “virtual sex” or “sexting.” This might look like encouraging children or teens to hold sexual conversations in which …