The Need for Adolescent Sexual Health Education in Child Life Practice (2019)

With the number of sexually transmitted diseases on the rise and the risk of teen pregnancy looming, it would make sense that a profession that focuses on the developmentally appropriate needs of youth would feel compelled to ensure adolescents are well-educated and able to advocate for their sexual health.  Unfortunately, many child life specialists do not feel comfortable and/or equipped to engage in sexual health conversations when the opportunity presents itself.  This webinar will explore the limitations and hesitations of specialists and will include guidance on how to overcome these barriers for the benefit of the patients and families they serve.