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[quote=Anonymous]sex and other sexual activities happen in middle school. Not an ideal time for kids to become sexually active, but it does happen. Drinking and drug use also happens with this age group, by the way. Not a majority of kids, but some.

What can or should you do to keep your child from becoming a statistic? What were you planning on doing to keep them from being the statistic in high school or college?

Talk *with* them. Make sure they know the facts (the mechanics, how pregnancy happens, STDs, prevention). Do your best to share your values (the emotional side of sex; what it can/should mean; when is it the "right" time). Encourage their ability to stand up for themselves (how to say no to pressure). Help them learn to respect and value themselves and their bodies. Make sure you and the other adults in their lives model respectful behavior. When you watch shows and movies together, talk about the situations presented. Ask how that contrasts with their school and social groups.

Statistically, girls who are involved in sports start sexual activities at a later age. Partially because they are too busy. Partially because they have more self-confidence.

And these conversations should be with sons and daughters. [/quote]

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