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SEXU ALIT Y 207

body Accepting sexuality
image
love Some people struggle to come to terms with their
sexuality, while others ignore or repress theirs because
of pressure to conform to cultural or social expectations.
However, whether or not people express it, sexuality
is a normal part of being human and there’s a broad
spectrum of ways in which people sexually identify
themselves. Each person’s sexuality and sexual identity
desire is unique to them.
emotional

sex
abstinence

sexual
health
physical

P ARENT TIPS
disability contraception Discussing sexuality
• Reflect on your own feelings and
values about sex and sexuality.
pleasure
• Start talking with your tween
or teen early about different
people's identities and about
sex and sexuality.
you • Being frank and honest will
alleviate awkwardness and help
self keep communication open.
awareness • Build trust by allowing your teen
to think through their ideas and
gender by listening to them without
judgement or interruptions.

preferences
upbringing

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