Online relationships can be fun, exciting, and totally real. Whether you’re chatting with friends, connecting with someone new, or getting close to a partner online, there are some important things to know to help you stay safe, feel respected, and keep things healthy.
Sexting is when someone sends or shares nude or semi-nude images or videos. It can also mean sending sexual messages, even without images.
You lose control of the image, once it’s out there, it can be:
You could be:
What you see in porn isn’t always real:
What can happen if you watch a lot of porn:
It’s totally normal to feel curious about sex, especially during puberty. Lots of young people explore that curiosity by watching porn online. But here’s the thing: Most porn doesn’t show real-life sex or real relationships.
Real people have feelings, limits, and their own needs. Getting used to an AI partner who never says no can set you up with unrealistic expectations and make it harder to build healthy, respectful connections with actual people. It’s okay to be curious, but it’s also important to know the difference between fantasy and real-life relationships.
AI partners might seem perfect. They’re always available, always agree with you, and are designed to say what you want to hear. There’s no conflict, no boundaries, and often no talk of consent, just 24/7 attention and sexual availability. But here’s the thing: that’s not how real relationships work.
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Alongside them, our Domestic and Sexual Abuse Education Workers deliver age-appropriate sessions in schools from Year 6 to Year 13, helping young people understand the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. Together, they provide a caring, all-round approach to supporting and educating young people.
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