Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old, he will not depart from it" - Proverbs 22:6,Sex is a topic that most do not want to mention or talk about.

 

Did you know:

Most teenagers in America have sex for the first time, have sexual intercourse at about age 17. So it differs by socioeconomic class, race and ethnicity, and that sort of thing. But generally speaking, sex, intercourse at 17. 

However, kids engage in sexual activity, usually at about 13 or so. And if you think about your growing up and when you were in high school, and when kids started making out and having boyfriends and getting seriously sexually active, it was usually about then. 

By the time kids are age 13 - 16, they begin to develop their sexual muscles, fooling around, making out with their boyfriends, or with people they don't know well. So it's essential for your kids to know this and to know it's typical and familiar, and for you as a parent to know what to expect in terms of your kid's sexual activity. Amy Lang, MA

Do your best Help Your Teenager Make the Most of Their Relationships with the Opposite Sex.It's common for parents to worry about their teenager's relationships with the opposite sex. 

But things are different today. The internet, smartphones, and social media have significantly impacted how we interact with each other. 

Teenagers now spend more time online than they do in person, which has led to a new set of challenges in relationships. From sexting and cyberbullying to addiction to pornography, there are many ways that our digital devices can get us into trouble when it comes to relationships with the opposite sex.

 Here are some ways to help your teenager make the most of their relationship with the opposite sex.The Challenges of Relationships with the Opposite Sex in the Age of Technology

We usually refer to romantic relationships when we talk about "relationships," but this term can also apply to spiritual or familial relationships. It's not easy to raise a teenager in this day and age, especially when it comes to relationships with the opposite sex. 

The two main challenges of teen relationships today are:

- Cyberbullying: Cyberbullying is any form of bullying that occurs through digital communication devices such as cell phones, text messages, phishing emails, or social media posts. 

Teens have started using these forms of communication for their malicious purposes, sending hurtful messages or posting embarrassing pictures of others without their permission.

- Cyberdating/sexting: Another challenge is shifting from traditional courtship (dating) to cyber dating/sexting. With cyber dating/sexting, teens use technology like Snapchat or Facebook Messenger as ways to flirt with each other before meeting up in person for a date. 

With these apps, there are no repercussions if you get rejected because the conversation isn't face-to-face or if you break up with someone because they don't exist in real life.

Do your best to Help Your Teenager Make the Most of Their Relationships with the Opposite Sex.If you're a parent of a teenage child, the last thing you want is for them to get into trouble with the opposite sex. 

And with everyone now available on social media and smartphones, it's easier than ever for your teen to get themselves in trouble. But there are ways for parents to help their teenagers make the most of their relationships with the opposite sex.

One way is by teaching them about healthy relationships. Conversations about what consent means, what constitutes cheating, and what values they should have when it comes to dating are essential topics that should be discussed throughout adolescence. Helping your teen understand these topics will help them later in life when they start to date and form genuine relationships with the opposite sex.

Teach your teenager how to maintain healthy friendships that won't come between their relationship with the opposite sex.

 There are many types of friends that m