The Canadian Paediatric Society gives permission to print single copies of this document from our website. For permission to reprint or reproduce multiple copies, please see our copyright policy. Paediatr Child Health 25 8 Sexual activity and experimentation are normative parts of adolescent development that may, at the same time, be associated with adverse health outcomes, including the acquisition of sexually transmitted infections STIs , unplanned pregnancy, and teen dating violence TDV. Anticipatory guidance regarding sexual and reproductive health SRH for teens should address normal sexual development issues, such as identity and attractions, safe relationships, safer sex, and contraception.

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Print, Share, or View Spanish version of this article. Everyone goes through puberty, but not always at the same time or in exactly the same way. It is the time when your body starts changing from that of a child to that of an adult.