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Dr. Robert Needlman
Specialist in pediatric behavior and development.
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Talking About Sex
QUESTION
Should you force your children to talk about things such as sexuality even if they don't want to?

— Anonymous in Denver, Colorado

ANSWER
June 12, 2000
I don't think you can ever force your children to share their feelings about sex or any other topic. But there are ways that you can encourage them to feel comfortable talking about sex with you.

You might also want to read our articles, Talking with your Children About Sex and How to Talk with Your Teen About Sex, for more information.

— by Robert Needlman, M.D., F.A.A.P.

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