Sex and Your Teenager

Dr John Coleman,O.B.E. is founder of the Trust for the Study of Adolescence. He has written widely in this field, and is the former editor of the Journal of Adolescence. He is a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Educational Studies, University of Oxford.

"..provides straightforward tips and hints.." (Young People Now, December 2001) "...we believe this book can be a useful guide for many parents, but also teachers and even teenagers, who want to take a peek." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health, Vol.14, No.2, 2002)"This is a book that understands what the problems actually are, and goes a long way to being an aid to finding ways to overcome them." (Young Minds Magazine, May/June 2002)"...We believe this book can be a useful guide for parents as well as teachers and even teenagers..." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health, Vol.14, No.2, 2002)"...I would happily recommend the book, to any parents who are having difficulties with their teenagers..." (BACHH News, Summer 2002) “…a practical, easy-to-read, down-to-earth guide…a valuable and reassuring guide…” (Jnl of Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, Vol 8(1))“…provides the latest information and advice…ideal guide for parents, teachers and anyone who works with young people…” (Stress News, April 2004)

• About the Author Foreword by Anne Weyman, OBE (Chief Executive, Family Planning Association) Introduction Puberty Bodily changes in girls Bodily changes in boys The age of puberty The emotional consequences of puberty Periods Wet dreams Is puberty starting earlier than in previous generations? Learning about sex Schools Parents Society Friends The media Communication Sexual development in early adolescence The need for privacy Relationships with adults Boys and girls are different Masturbation The fears and anxieties of adults The fears and anxieties of teenagers First relationships Love and romance Readiness for sex Contraception Personal safety Essential messages for parents to emphasise The impact of teenage sexuality on the family The parent's own sexuality Boundaries and limits Sex in the home Unsuitable relationships Lone parents Step-families Risky behaviour The nature of adolescence Sexual risks Teenage pregnancy Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) HIV/AIDS Assault, rape and exposure to violence The parent's response Sexual orientation The process of choosing sexual orientation Finding out that your teenager is gay or lesbian Sex and the law The age of consent Confidentiality Sexual abuse The parent's role The generation gap Managing conflict between parents Communication Index