Ages 13 to 15Strong research
Teach consent and respect
Yes means yes. Anyone can change their mind. No one is owed anything.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- Sex education delays first sex; it does not speed it up.
- Respect for consent protects your child both ways.
- Talk about it early and often.
Primary Citation: UNESCO 2018
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming