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I think they just see it as quite a private topic to sort of talk about because obviously they're not, sort of open about it. Whereas myself I'm a very open person and I don't mind what I talk about. ”

Claire, 40

Sex facts

  • Nearly 20% of parents do not discuss sex with their children.
  • 80% of parents report wanting schools to take responsibility for educating their children about the emotional aspects of sex.

Other people answering Have you ever talked to your parents about sex?

  • Video by Tara

    “...my mum did actually say to me once as teenager "now I would like to think that we are very close and we get on well and can talk about things like S E X” ”

    Tara, 39

  • Video by Amy

    “… I think the only time they have ever said anything about it was I think the only thing my mother ever said about sex was to advise me to have a wee before and after sex to avoid getting cystitis. ”

    Amy, 23

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