Finding waterways
A comprehensive fact sheet for parents, carers and workers who are responding to children and young people who have displayed problematic and harmful sexual behaviours (PHSB).
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Published on 2026
How this resource can help
Use this resource to
Support parents, carers and workers to build their understanding of problematic and harmful sexual behaviours
Inform decision-making, including immediate responses to sexual behaviour and ongoing work to support safety and wellbeing
Inform a contextual approach to individual children and young people, building a better understanding of their circumstances, experiences and development
This resource covers
The sexual behaviours continuum
Online behaviours, including behaviours related to pornography
Advice for planning conversations with the parents and carers of children involved
Sibling sexual harm
Safety planning
More information
The Finding Waterways fact sheet is part of a suite of tools designed for parents, carers and workers, including an online module of the same name.
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If you are a parent or carer
You’re in the right place! This resource is for you and the people who support your child. It’s comprehensive, so you may find it helpful to share with a professional, such as a teacher, doctor, or counsellor. Need more direct support? Use the button to find services near you.
Last reviewed by Together We Can: 12 October 2026
What is problematic and harmful sexual behaviour
Problematic and harmful sexual behaviour affects children, families, and communities. Understanding it clearly is the first step toward effective prevention, recognition, and response.
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