Private Part Rules | National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth

This video provides clear, age-appropriate guidance that adults can use to teach children what is okay—and what is not—when it comes to private parts and interactions with others. Parents & Caregivers You can use this resource to:

• Teach your child clear, simple body safety rules they can remember
• Reinforce boundaries like not touching or showing private parts
• Help your child understand that some behaviors are okay only in private
• Build confidence so your child knows when to speak up

Professionals (Educators, Clinicians, Youth-Serving Providers) Reduce stigma while promoting safety and accountability This resource can support your work, helping you:

• Teach developmentally appropriate sexual behavior rules
• Provide caregivers with clear, consistent language to use at home
• Reinforce prevention-focused messaging in schools or treatment settings
• Support children in learning boundaries, privacy, and respect

Incorporate this video into trainings, share it with families, or use it alongside safety planning and skill-building interventions. Additional resources: Private Part Rules/Sexual Behavior Rules Bookmark (Download it Here) https://www.ncsby.org/sites/default/f... Partnership Boards: Resource Guides https://www.ncsby.org/partnership-boards Learn more and access additional resources: https://www.ncsby.org/ Share this video with others!