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  • Essay / Dangerous games and unprotected sex among adolescents

    Children, adolescents and even sometimes adults are known to engage in some pretty dangerous behaviors. Children and adolescents seem to find themselves in these situations more than others. Many people have opinions on why this is. Some say they don't know any better and that's how they learn. Others say it is due to the state of development of their brains. This article will begin by briefly examining what some of these behaviors are and the various reasons behind them. The main behavior we will focus on is autoerotic asphyxiation. We'll start with some behaviors.Risky ChoicesSometimes we blame children for behaviors they invented, but sometimes they are introduced into their lives through adults. The game “Chubby Bunny” is a perfect example. Chubby Bunny was a popular game played in church youth groups. It's about seeing who can get the most marshmallows in their mouth and still be able to say "chubby bunny." However, this game is not the best choice as it can easily result in someone choking. Unfortunately, this “game” that teenagers play has ended in death.9 Another of these behaviors in general is unprotected sex. This behavior can lead to many other outcomes. Some are accidental, but others, while they may sometimes be considered accidents, can be incredibly intentional. For example, teenage pregnancy; it may very well be an accident, but there are also times when it is intentional. In some cases it's a way for a girl to stay in a relationship, in others it's because she wants a child, and there are times when both feel ready to raise a child . this category of risky sexual behavior and will have the primary focus...... middle of document ......lia Available at: Merriam Webster Dictionary Online http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ paraphilia (Accessed April 2014)11. Ashby SL, Arcari CM, Edmonson M. Television viewing and risk of sexual initiation among young adolescents. Arch Pediatrician Adolesc Med. 2006;160(4):375-380. doi:10.1001/archpedi.160.4.375.12. Braun-Courville, DK, Rojas M, “Exposure to Sexually Explicit Websites and Adolescent Sexual Attitudes and Behaviors,” 45(2): Journal of Adolescent Health2009; 156 – 16213. Boyels, S, Teens Are Hardwired for Risky Behavior, April 2006 Available at: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20070413/teens-are-hardwired-for-risky-behavior (accessed in April 2014).14. Chandiramani, K, A Role for Mindfulness Meditation in the Treatment of Sexual Addictions 2007 Available at: http://66.199.228.237/boundary/SA/mindfullness.pdf (accessed April 2014 ).