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Scharlieb, Mary, 1845-1930 |
| Author |
Sibly, Frederick Arthur |
| Title |
Youth and Sex: Dangers and Safeguards for Girls and Boys
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Michael Ciesielski, Cori Samuel, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Youth and Sex: Dangers and Safeguards for Girls and Boys" by Mary Scharlieb and F. Arthur Sibly is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book addresses the physiological, mental, and moral changes that adolescents undergo during puberty, with specific sections dedicated to boys and girls, outlining the various challenges they face and the responsibilities of adults in guiding them through this pivotal life stage. The opening portion of the work introduces the critical developmental phases of puberty and adolescence, emphasizing the profound physical changes for girls, such as alterations in the skeletal structure due to reproductive organ development, along with mental and emotional transformations. The authors assert the responsibility of guardians and caregivers to provide guidance and understanding during these years, highlighting the dangers adolescents face, including the potential for physical deformities, psychological struggles, and the early awakening of the sexual instinct. This section sets the tone for a comprehensive exploration of how best to navigate the complex landscape of youth and sexuality, advocating for informed support and education from adults. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
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| Subject |
Adolescence
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| Subject |
Child psychology
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| Subject |
Sexual ethics
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| Subject |
Sex (Psychology)
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| Subject |
Youth
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| Subject |
Moral conditions
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13722 |
| Release Date |
Oct 12, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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