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Talk openly about sex with your children

Talk openly about sex with your children (Photo: iStock)

Sex talks are not given to the younger generation, openly and freely, so they end up experimenting to have that information. The result is a long list of negative effects that outweigh the positives.

"It is information that addresses various areas including relationships, puberty changes, menstrual hygiene, safe sex, gender-based violence, and matters related to contraceptives. This information enables young people to gain skills and make informed choices," says Venoranda Kuboka, a Child and Adolescent Therapist.

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