This article originally appeared on Common Sense Media. Lewd talk. These are not words any parent wants their kids to associate with sex. But tweens and teens are getting an earful — and not from the 6 o'clock news where you know what they're seeing and hearing. Instead they head to their phones and devices to check YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, and other online news outlets. For kids, memes, viral videos, late-night talk shows, and even user's comments on stories are news.
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Teen sexual harassment: What you can do about it in your daughter's school
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How to Talk to Teens about Sex and Sexual Harassment
The study included boys and girls, aged 12 to 18, who were in relationships or had been in relationships in the past year. The teens were asked if a partner had ever followed or spied on them, damaged something of theirs, or gone through their online accounts. The teens were also asked if they'd ever done any of these things to a partner. The researchers found that Among boys, having worse relationships with parents and living in neighborhoods with higher rates of violent crime were associated with a higher chance of stalking or harassing a partner, the findings showed.
How Might My Teen Be Sexually Harassed at School?
Already a subscriber? Log in to hide ads. Teen sexual harassment is part of everyday life in American middle school and high school, experienced by almost half of students. Here are actions you can take to empower yourself and your daughter.
The senior proms are happening. The college has been chosen. The parents are anticipating empty nests.
