EPISODE · Apr 1, 2025 · 17 MIN
If parents give consent for their underage child to be sexually active, is that negligent? (Part 1)
from Sticky Q's · host Sticky Q's
There are laws about the age of consent to have sex, but what do they actually mean for parents and caregivers? This episode explores what’s behind age of consent laws and how a parent can best support their teenagers to navigate their sexual development while adhering to the law. Adie and Tom talk about all this and more with none other than their boss, Lucy! Lucy is the manager of SASS’s Primary Prevention team, is legally qualified and though no longer works as a lawyer, brings a legal lens to the grey areas of sexual intimacy. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr online at https://www.sass.org.au/We understand that sometimes what we discuss might cause distress or concern for listeners. 24/7 support is available in the following ways:Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.auAustralia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
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There are laws about the age of consent to have sex, but what do they actually mean for parents and caregivers? This episode explores what’s behind age of consent laws and how a parent can best support their teenagers to navigate their sexual development while adhering to the law. Adie and Tom talk about all this and more with none other than their boss, Lucy! Lucy is the manager of SASS’s Primary Prevention team, is legally qualified and though no longer works as a lawyer...
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