Virtually all children masturbate. It's part of normal development. As with all other activities, some kids are more enthusiastic than others, and some kids are less worried about the adults around them than others.
Most kids don't understand why adults don't want them to masturbate. Indeed, there isn't any good reason to stop kids from touching their penises or vulvas. As with other activities, kids need to learn appropriate places to do this.
It's possible that your kid's interest in masturbation is unhealthy or an expression of some sexual exploitation. But the overwhelming number of children who masturbate are not.
PLEASE don't attempt to discourage your other kids from masturbating. There's a good chance you will hurt them psychologically.
Replies:
There are no replies to this message.
|
| Behavior OnLine Home Page | Disclaimer |
Copyright © 1996-2004 Behavior OnLine, Inc. All rights reserved.