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Originally Posted by David
What can parents do to deal with the sexual activity in young teens & pre-teens?
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Absolutely nothing.
Parents should educate their children on the emotional and physical aspects of sexual activity.
That way - when they're in a situation to make a decision, it'll be informed. It's not so much about the "right age", as much as the importance of a healthy relationship with another.
If the parents struggle with discipline & communication, it would be wise to ask their child to speak with a therapist.
The child will be more comfortable talking to a "non-parent", and at the same time, the therapist can discuss the social anxieties that go along with sexual behavior during the young-teen years. Hopefully, after a couple of sessions...the child won't feel the need to prove themselves sexually.
I'd also be very interested in Jannie's response to these questions.
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Should the police be involved at all?
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No.
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Should the school administrators be involved?
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Counselor.
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Is it strictly a problem for the family to deal with?
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Therapist & family.