I can undress at the doctor's office and put on a paper gown.
No
Yes
Friends can help me in dressing/undressing
Yes
No
Where can I go if I need to scratch my bum, penis, or vulva?
Bathroom or bedroom with the door closed
Outside
In the corner of the room
Empty hallway
What are some reasons I might need to put my hands in my pants? Where can I go to do this?
Scratching an itch. Adjusting part of my body. Masturbating. Relaxing myself. My hands are cold. No matter what the reason, I must do this in a private place.
I can shower with my classmates
Yes
No
Who can I talk to about my genitals (penis, vagina, vulva, bum, anus, nipples, testicles)?
Anyone is okay
Friends
Community Helpers
Trusted Adults (parents, doctor, etc.)
I can lift up my shirt during class
No
Yes
Is doing homework a public or private behavior?
Private
Public
I can eat lunch with my classmates
No
Yes
I can swim with my neighbours
No
Yes
What happens if I do a private thing in public?
It depends! I might make people uncomfortable, I might be asked to leave the place, I might get in trouble or be breaking the law.
Who can I ask for help in bathing?
Police Officer
Friend
Family
Speech Therapist
The doctor's office is a private place.
Yes
No
I can change clothes in front of my neighbors
No
Yes
Who can help me with my homework?
Nurse
Doctor
Teacher/Family
Stranger
I can take off my shirt at the beach when I am wearing a bathing suit.
Yes
No
Can I hug my friends and family in public?
Yes
No
Is picking your nose public or private?
Public
Private
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