197. Is it Normal? Child and Adolescent Sexual Development

As The Healthy Perspectives on Sex series continues on Christian Faith and OCD, Carrie explores what healthy sexual development looks like from birth through age 25. She discusses how OCD can complicate perceptions of sexuality and calls for open, grace-filled dialogue about faith, the body, and healing.Episode Highlights:What healthy sexual development looks like from birth through age 25.How curiosity, modesty, and body awareness naturally evolve as children grow.The importance of teaching age-appropriate boundaries and correct body terminology.How OCD can distort or shame past sexual experiences and thoughts.The effects of sexual abuse on development and the importance of early intervention and healing.Practical, faith-based ways to have open, grace-filled conversations about sex, faith, and identity.Explore the Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie's services and courses: carriebock.com/services/                                                       carriebock.com/resources/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christianfaithandocd/and like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/christianfaithandocd for the latest updates and sneak peeks.