Consent is an ongoing, enthusiastic, and freely given agreement. Education should emphasize that both individuals must feel safe and comfortable with the pace and nature of the relationship at all times. Managing Rejection and Breakups
Consent is not a localized conversation reserved exclusively for sexual activity; it is a foundational relationship habit. Puberty education should introduce consent as an ongoing, verbal, and enthusiastic agreement applicable to all levels of intimacy. Consent is an ongoing, enthusiastic, and freely given
Jealousy, control, isolating a partner from friends, manipulation, and physical/emotional coercion. C. Self-Worth and Individuality Puberty education should introduce consent as an ongoing,
in specific, relatable scenarios.
Puberty education has long focused on the mechanics of the human body. Traditional curricula detail the biological changes of adolescence, such as hormonal shifts, menstruation, and voice changes. While these anatomical facts remain essential, they represent only half of the pubertal experience. While these anatomical facts remain essential
