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How To Counsel Children On Their Inappropriate Sexual Behavior?

Hi, this morning my 9 year old son was getting ready for school, I went into the bedroom and he quickly pulled his pants up, the dog had her head in between his legs and he was letting her lick him between his legs.He was very ashamed and upset at what he had done. I didn't know what to do or say about it and didn't want to cause him any more upset before goiong to school so I left it. I want to talk to him about it when he comes back from school, but don't know really what to say other than "don't do that as it's not healthy or clean to allow the dog to do that".Please advise, I am worried there is more to it.Regards A
Tue, 14 Jul 2015
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Actually, interest in sex increases and children may begin to experiment with sexual behaviors with other children.
Puberty can begin as early as age nine; with the onset of puberty, boys are able to ejaculate and have “wet dreams.”
“Locker room behavior” is quite common, including comparing genital size and function.
Older children in this age range may begin to experiment with “petting” over and under clothes, French kissing, and touching or rubbing each other’s bodies.
Masturbation may be a preferred pastime.
Children may simulate intercourse (dry humping).
Parents can be instrumental in encouraging their children’s sexual development in positive ways. Generally speaking we should explain, that adults need it for creation family and delivery children, that now he should study to be independent, then you can marry.Just stay calm, don"t show real emotions . Gently provides a message to the child that the behavior may be inappropriate and switch on him to other activity.

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How To Counsel Children On Their Inappropriate Sexual Behavior?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Actually, interest in sex increases and children may begin to experiment with sexual behaviors with other children. Puberty can begin as early as age nine; with the onset of puberty, boys are able to ejaculate and have “wet dreams.” “Locker room behavior” is quite common, including comparing genital size and function. Older children in this age range may begin to experiment with “petting” over and under clothes, French kissing, and touching or rubbing each other’s bodies. Masturbation may be a preferred pastime. Children may simulate intercourse (dry humping). Parents can be instrumental in encouraging their children’s sexual development in positive ways. Generally speaking we should explain, that adults need it for creation family and delivery children, that now he should study to be independent, then you can marry.Just stay calm, don t show real emotions . Gently provides a message to the child that the behavior may be inappropriate and switch on him to other activity. Hope this helps