Kids lay facing each other artclip6/10/2023 Sexual behaviors that are occasional but persistent and disruptive to others Sexual behaviors associated with other physically aggressive behavior Sexual behavior that results in emotional distress or physical painĬrude mimic of movements associated with sexual acts Trying to insert tongue in mouth while kissingĪ variety of sexual behaviors displayed on a daily basis Viewing or touching peer or a new sibling's genitals Touching/masturbating genitals in public or privateĪsking a peer or adult to engage in specific sexual act(s)Īny sexual behaviors involving children who are 4 or more years apart Looking at or touching a peer's or sibling's genitalsĮxamples of Sexual Behaviors in Children Aged 2 Through 6 Years Touching/rubbing genitals in public or private Normative (normal), common "sexual" behavior in 2- to 6-year-olds may include: Normal sexual behaviors in toddlers and preschoolers They typically are driven by curiosity and attempts at self-soothing.Ĭuriosity about bodies, and their differences, can also prompt children to try to look at others in states of undress, rub up against them and ask questions about genitals and toileting.Īs children grow older, they will need guidance in learning about their body parts, their functions and appropriate social boundaries that surround them. It is important to keep in mind that these behaviors are not sexually motivated. They may touch, poke, pull or rub their body parts, including their genitals. Read on for information that can help you tell the difference between normal "sexual" behaviors and behaviors that may signal a problem.Ĭhildren's natural curiosity about their bodiesĪt a very young age, children begin to explore their bodies. Usually, they are a normal part of development. In fact, "sexual" behaviors in children are common, especially between about 3 to 6 years old. You may worry that these behaviors are odd, deviant or a sign of sexual victimization. Seeing what may appear to be "sexual" behaviors in your young child may be especially distressing. But talking with them about their private parts and sexual development is not always so easy. As a parent, you may be perfectly comfortable talking with your child about the differences between right and wrong.
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