Extra small condoms for 12 year-old boys go on sale in Switzerland
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2minkey
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I have no problem with someone creating a product for this consumer group. However, it will only protect them if they use it. Given their maturity level I wonder what percentage of boys will use the condom at all. It was proven in the study that they regularly engage in risky behaviors. This is common with this age group and they may not see the value of buying a condom and using it.
ResearchMonkey
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I'm thinking 12y/o boys would want normal sized condoms to protect themselves from STD's.
ResearchMonkey
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ResearchMonkey
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Obviously they weren't teaching the joys of exploring another person body when you were in school.
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MrBishop
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Better sex ed at an earlier age? Frankly, if they're mature enough to actually get into a sexual relationship, they should be mature enough to understand the consequences of said relationship.
With all that in mind, teens and tweens still suffer from the Superman mentality. Nothing bad will ever happen to them..which is why they don't wear helmets to skateboard, bike, ski, snowboard etc..why they're more likely to speed or dwi in a car, why they're more likely to get stitches for trying to reproduce stunts they saw online or on tv etc etc...
What you can do to make these kids buy the condoms (if not use'em), is bragging rights. ... or, they make handy water balloons.
Well, let's hope they use them. But I wouldn't leave this as the only method for for reducing/eliminating teen pregnancy (and STDs) in that age group. They need their parents to be honest with them and they need to hear it again in school (sex ed class). Knowledge is always the best weapon to combat such things.
MrBishop
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Parents?? Most parents are hesitant in discussing sex with their kids, either out of embarrassment, a false-hope that if they don't talk about it that their kids won't do it, or some inane religious/cultural reason that forbids them from thinking about or even talking about sex and sexuality with anyone, much less their kids.
The other side of the coin is What teen (or tween) could want to be caught dead talking with their parents about sex? The mere thought of it makes them gag..much less, the thought of their parents actually *gasp* being sexually active.
You have to teach kids before they form those barriers, and before their peers beging filling their heads with BS. Keeping the kids at arm's length socially is a good idea as well..so that the relationship doesn't affect the message. A teacher is neither a peer nor a parent. Their job is to impart wisdom and knowledge...as such, they are the best source. For younger kids who ask such questions, the parents are the best source...but after age 11 or 12
I think not.I totally agree with this. The discussion should be started when the child is young enough to grasp the concept of "little brother/sister" and pregnancy. That's pretty young. Parents are the best teacher, but not all parents will bring up the subject young enough to make a difference (or, as you put it, at all). These kids will interact with YOUR kids. Best to reiterate this is a class setting in middle school.Parents?? Most parents are hesitant in discussing sex with their kids, either out of embarrassment, a false-hope that if they don't talk about it that their kids won't do it, or some inane religious/cultural reason that forbids them from thinking about or even talking about sex and sexuality with anyone, much less their kids.
The other side of the coin is What teen (or tween) could want to be caught dead talking with their parents about sex? The mere thought of it makes them gag..much less, the thought of their parents actually *gasp* being sexually active.
You have to teach kids before they form those barriers, and before their peers beging filling their heads with BS. Keeping the kids at arm's length socially is a good idea as well..so that the relationship doesn't affect the message. A teacher is neither a peer nor a parent. Their job is to impart wisdom and knowledge...as such, they are the best source. For younger kids who ask such questions, the parents are the best source...but after age 11 or 12
MrBishop
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I have a 4yr old and a nearly 8yr old. They both started asking questions by the time they reached age 3. We answer honestly though skip the more ...er..pornographic details. Pregnancy is discussed openly, body parts are named properly, fucntions etc... Eventually, they'll have more elaborate discussions, and it should be easier to talk about because of a building up of trust and knowledge. Far too many parents wait for too ling and then try and give the kids the 'talk'... often completely out of context. (ie. the neighbour's daughter is knocked up...time to finally talk with your 15yr old about condoms. )
ResearchMonkey
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Our children understand the mechanics of sex as well as the basic of the emotional construct of personal relationships, it comes naturally by simply being fairly honest with them over time. They understand the differnce between the physical human body and the acts of pushing the limits of orifices for xxxxxx reasons. My daughters are not uncomfortable about seeing a vagina or penis in an appropriate context, nor will they flinch when discussing age appropriate related issues.
We encourage and participate in discussing any questions our children may have. Admittedly there are some issues I as a father are not privvy to but mother is. We feel our children have developed a healthy sense of self. While they know "fisting" might be all the rage, they also it's not really a place where people should be sticking their arm because it's full of poop. Just important for young girls they have knowledge of the psyche of sexual predators
People are shocked when they hear a 6-yo say the word "penis" in a proper context.
/bragging
We encourage and participate in discussing any questions our children may have. Admittedly there are some issues I as a father are not privvy to but mother is. We feel our children have developed a healthy sense of self. While they know "fisting" might be all the rage, they also it's not really a place where people should be sticking their arm because it's full of poop. Just important for young girls they have knowledge of the psyche of sexual predators
People are shocked when they hear a 6-yo say the word "penis" in a proper context.
/bragging
ResearchMonkey
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It's not the schools job beyond the most simplistic view of the mechanics. Stick to the basics of education, not life style.
BeardofPants
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You can be honest & open 'til the cows come up. Probably won't help when they're teens (see your previous answer). My BF's 'rents were hippies who periodically had naked hippie drug parties. They were open about this shit too. Still didn't stop the BF & I from sneaking around & not telling them.