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Ellie Hutchings

'Sex education in schools is failing' as young people turn to porn to learn, research shows - here's how to approach the topic with your kids

A close up of a condom in a jeans pocket.

New research has shared the failings of sex education in schools and the impact this is having on young people.

Knowing how to talk to your child about sex or other topics that come up as they hit puberty - such as talking about periods - isn't easy, and it's understandable if you and your kids find it a little uncomfortable at first. But with the news that the failures of conventional sex education are resulting in more young people learning from online pornography, being able to discuss these topics is important - especially if you expect your teen to start dating any time soon.

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