Options for Sexual Health

Sexuality is broader than sexual activity.  It encompasses all the things that define us as girls and boys, and men and women, and everything in between. Shaped by culture, history, values, education and experience, our sexuality influences our views of individuality, family, parenthood and community.From a young age, children are exposed to sexual imagery and language in their environment, and their bodies are experiencing and developing sexual responsiveness. Their curiosity is inevitable, and the answers they get should clarify—not confuse—the issues for them. Adolescence is a particularly stressful and confusing time as both physical and cognitive aspects of sexual expression begin to align, and the opportunities for personal decision making expand.  Sexuality begins to be a significant part of relationship experiences. We want those relationships to be healthy and safe, as they are the training ground for life as an adult.