Understanding the Difference Between Normal, Problematic and Harmful Sexual Behaviour

Understanding the Difference Between Normal, Problematic and Harmful Sexual Behaviour

Links I've mentioned in the podcast below.


1. What Is Harmful Sexual Behaviour?


NSPCC Learning – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/child-abuse-and-neglect/harmful-sexual-behaviour

CSA Centre – https://www.csacentre.org.uk/resources/key-messages/harmful-sexual-behaviour/

Lucy Faithfull Foundation - https://www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk/harmful-sexual-behaviour.htm


2. The Continuum of Sexual Behaviours


NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/media/2522/harmful-sexual-behaviour-framework.pdf

Hackett’s Continuum (via ICMEC Guide) - https://www.icmec.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Hackett-Continuum.pdf

Queensland Health – https://www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/PDF/hsc-sexual-behaviours-traffic-light-guide.pdf


3. 🧒 Age-Appropriate Sexual Behaviour


Stop It Now – https://www.stopitnow.org.uk/concerned-about-a-childs-sexual-behaviour/

HealthyChildren.org – https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Sexual-Behavior-in-Young-Children.aspx

Raising Children Network – https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/a-z-health-reference/sexual-behaviour-children


4. 🚨 When to Be Concerned


NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/leaflets/harmful-sexual-behaviour

NCSBY Fact Sheet - https://www.ncsby.org/sites/default/files/Problematic_Sexual_Behavior_Fact_Sheet.pdf

PCAR – https://www.pcar.org/sites/default/files/pages-pdf/Understanding_Childrens_Sexual_Behavior.pdf


5. 🛠️ Responding to HSB


NSPCC – https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/child-abuse-and-neglect/harmful-sexual-behaviour/responding-to-hsb

Lucy Faithfull Foundation – https://www.lucyfaithfull.org.uk/advice-for-professionals.htm


In this episode, we explore a difficult but essential topic: harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) among minors.


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:


- What HSB actually is

- The traffic light continuum: green, amber, red behaviours

- Age-appropriate vs. concerning behaviour

- Red flags to look out for

- How to respond – as a parent or professional


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.


Watch/listen and learn how to assess situations and take action that protects children — not punishes them.


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