Teenage Sexual Behavior

Teenage sexual behavior refers to the activities in which adolescents express their sexuality. These practices range from flirting and courtship behavior to kissing, touching, oral sex, masturbation, and sexual intercourse. During adolescence, teenagers experience significant biological, psychological, and social development, which can contribute to increased interest in romantic and sexual relationships. Heightened levels of sex hormones during puberty contribute to physical growth and bodily changes, such as the onset of menstruation in girls, vocal changes in boys, and the development of secondary sex characteristics in both sexes. As teenagers begin to transition into adulthood, they cultivate an independent personal identity and may place increased importance on peer interaction and social activities. Several factors help shape teenagers' individual attitudes toward sexuality,...