![]() Sex is incredibly important post-puberty as it is frequently on their minds, on their TVs, and in their books. Teens are faced with family and community expectations for their sexual orientation and activities they can and should reflect on their own feelings in the matter, as well as what their peers are doing and expecting from one another reading about these topics provides teens with a safe learning environment. Today’s young adults are exposed to many new possibilities and are freer to choose and explore their sexuality without as much backlash as in previous years, which means more choices to make without much structure or guidance in that process. ![]() Some of these topics have been present in teen literature for decades, but there has been a shift in focus, content, and acceptance. Teen literature has grown to represent a broader inclusion of sexuality, be it orientation, sex, or examples of healthy and unhealthy relationships. This paper examines whether young adult literature accurately reflects young adults’ knowledge of and interaction with sexuality. By Eleanor Wood, Decatur (Ill.) Public Library
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