{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63f742afd49c3c0011107136/68491b22c7a0c62fd43c81bc?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Understanding the Difference Between Normal, Problematic and Harmful Sexual Behaviour","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/63f742afd49c3c0011107136/1749621320498-c5e003b1-cd61-4621-8598-9b139f031224.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Links I've mentioned in the podcast below. </p><p><br></p><p>1. What Is Harmful Sexual Behaviour?</p><p><br></p><p>NSPCC Learning – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/child-abuse-and-neglect/harmful-sexual-behaviour</p><p>CSA Centre – https://www.csacentre.org.uk/resources/key-messages/harmful-sexual-behaviour/</p><p>Lucy Faithfull Foundation - https://www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk/harmful-sexual-behaviour.htm</p><p><br></p><p>2. The Continuum of Sexual Behaviours</p><p><br></p><p>NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/2522/harmful-sexual-behaviour-framework.pdf</p><p>Hackett’s Continuum (via ICMEC Guide) - https://www.icmec.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Hackett-Continuum.pdf</p><p>Queensland Health – https://www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/PDF/hsc-sexual-behaviours-traffic-light-guide.pdf</p><p><br></p><p>3. 🧒 Age-Appropriate Sexual Behaviour</p><p><br></p><p>Stop It Now – https://www.stopitnow.org.uk/concerned-about-a-childs-sexual-behaviour/</p><p>HealthyChildren.org – https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Sexual-Behavior-in-Young-Children.aspx</p><p>Raising Children Network – https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/a-z-health-reference/sexual-behaviour-children</p><p><br></p><p>4. 🚨 When to Be Concerned</p><p><br></p><p>NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/leaflets/harmful-sexual-behaviour</p><p>NCSBY Fact Sheet - https://www.ncsby.org/sites/default/files/Problematic_Sexual_Behavior_Fact_Sheet.pdf</p><p>PCAR – https://www.pcar.org/sites/default/files/pages-pdf/Understanding_Childrens_Sexual_Behavior.pdf</p><p><br></p><p>5. 🛠️ Responding to HSB</p><p><br></p><p>NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/child-abuse-and-neglect/harmful-sexual-behaviour/responding-to-hsb</p><p>Lucy Faithfull Foundation – https://www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk/advice-for-professionals.htm</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we explore a difficult but essential topic: harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) among minors.</p><p><br></p><p>Using real-world examples, expert-backed definitions, and resources from trusted organisations (like the Lucy Faithful Foundation, NSPCC, and the Centre of Expertise on CSA), we break down:</p><p><br></p><p>- What HSB actually is</p><p>- The traffic light continuum: green, amber, red behaviours</p><p>- Age-appropriate vs. concerning behaviour</p><p>- Red flags to look out for</p><p>- How to respond – as a parent or professional</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a teacher, social worker, or parent, this episode will help you better understand HSB, avoid panic, and respond with confidence, calm, and care.</p><p><br></p><p>Watch/listen and learn how to assess situations and take action that protects children — not punishes them.</p><p><br></p><p>📌 Resources mentioned in this episode are linked in the description.</p><p>🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell to be notified when new episodes drop.</p><p>💬 Leave a comment – your thoughts matter and might help someone </p><p><br></p><p>#HarmfulSexualBehaviour #SafeguardingChildren #ParentingPodcast #CSAprevention #JeremyIndika #SomethingToSay</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Jeremy Indika"}