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B. Read the given material about sexual curiosity, excitement and-
ways of dealing with it in adolescence and have a discussion.

Adolescent sexual curiosity

There is a curiosity to know about their sexual organs, physical and
emotional development.
The desire for sex and sexuality increases.

One likes to express that he or sheis different from. others.
Nightfall starts.

They may also want to rnasturbate.

The ways to be restrained and solve the
sexual curiosity of teenagers

We should talk openly with friends and parents.

We should participate in programmes related to sexual health.
If a sexual proposal comes under temptation or pressure, it should be
rejected.
If someone tries to force you to have sexual intercourse, you should
run away, scream or fight.
If someone touches you with bad intentions, you should
immediately tell your teacher, parent, friend or elder.
Legal assistance should be taken with the help of teachers or
parents in case of need.
Thoughts and feelings related to sexuality should not be
suppressed.

If there is any problem, the necessary service should be taken from
the nearest Adolescent Care and Service Centre.

Keep yourself busy with yoga, meditation, sports and creative work.

Activity 5.1
Co1npile questions about sexual curiosity in adolescence. Prepare
the answers to the questions with the help of a teacher or a friend
and exchange them with one another.

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