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What are my responsibilities as a parent?

Talk to your children about sex   Our children depend on us to teach them that caring, loving, and responsibility are needed in relationships concerning sex. Do not allow the fantasy of movies to provide the learning atmosphere for what is one of the most important aspects of life. Choosing to have sex is choosing to be handed a major responsibility; whether your child is aware of how to handle this responsibility is up to you. Studies show that kids who feel they can talk with their parents about sex -- because their moms and dads speak openly and listen carefully to them -- are less likely to engage in high-risk behavior as teens than kids who do not feel they can talk with their parents about the subject.

Tips for Talking With Your Kids About Sex
1. Explore your own attitudes.
2. Initiate conversations early with your child.
4.Talk about more than the "Birds and the Bees" explain what a caring relationships requires.
5.Give accurate, age-appropriate information.
6. Anticipate the next stage of development.
7.Talk with your child of the opposite sex.
8. Communicate your own values.
9. Listen to your child.
10. Try to be honest.
11. Be patient.
12. Use everyday opportunities to Talk.

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Report Any Suspected Abuse      Arizona law requires that a person having responsibility for caring or treating of a minor MUST REPORT any suspected sexual abuse to a police officer and Child Protective Services.

Failure to report suspected sexual assault of a minor is a crime according to the Arizona Child Abuse Reporting Statue.

For Help Please Call:
Arizona Voice for Crime Victims 480-600-2661

Child Help USA Hotline 800-422-4453
Child Protective Services 888-SOS-CHILD Pregnancy Hotline 800-848-5683

Youth Crisis Hotline 800-448-4663

Reference: Talking with Your Kids About Tough Issues, Sex and Relationships, Children Now