Sexuality and Body Image

It is important for all parents to discuss sexuality and body image with their teens. With all the changes in his or her body, your teen may experience body image issues, questions about sexual orientation, and even interest in sex. It is important to be open with your teen about sexual activity and dangers such as STDs. Our experts cover everything from teen pregnancy and birth control to transgender teens.

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Teens, Parents & Sex Moving from "The Talk" to True Dialogue

Nov 15, 2016

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New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a 25 percent drop in the U.S. teen birth rate from 2007 to 2011—good news because most Americans hope that young people will wait until maturity to begin a family. Providing teens with medically-accurate information and access...

Can Parents Help Prevent Eating Disorders?

Jun 24, 2014

By: Kids in the House

Eating disorders affect more than 24 million people in the United States, most of them between the ages of 12 and 25.* It isn’t a disease you can treat with a pill, or fix with an operation, and many parents don’t even realize their children are affected. Eating disorders (including anorexia,...

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