Thursday, June 01, 2000

What is Sexually Reactive Youth Behavior?

What is Sexually Reactive Youth Behavior?

  • When a child touches other children in a sexual way that is not age-appropriate.
  • Shows excessive interest/curiosity in sex that overrides other activities.
  • When a child continues to have sexual behaviors even after being re-directed by an adult.
  • Talks excessively about sexuality, or has inappropriate knowledge of sexuality for their age.
  • Harms or touches animals in a sexual way.
  • Exchanges gifts or shows affection to others in order to have sexual contact, either to other children or adults.
  • Touches a child 3 years younger or someone from a vulnerable population by displaying more power & control.
  • Excessive masturbation.

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