It is a private behavior. You should also warn your child that other adults may have different values about this subject while they hold to the same standard . Communicating with Teens Try to recall how you felt when you were a teen. Remember that adolescence is a difficult time for many youth. One moment they are striving for separate identity and independence, and the next moment they urgently need adults support.
Teens are sensitive to mutually respectful conversations.
Share your feelings, values, and attitudes and be willing to listen and learn about theirs. Remember that you cannot dictate anyone else s feelings, attitudes, or values. Don t assume either that a teen is sexually experienced and knowledgeable or sexually inexperienced and naive. Don t underestimate teens abilities to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of various options. Teens have values, and teens are capable of making mature, responsible decisions, especially when they have all the pertinent facts and opportunities to discuss the options with a supportive adult.