Read the case study about Daniel and Brianna, then complete the Sexual Behavior Reflection Tool. Reflect on your responses with a colleague.

Daniel is a sophomore and just turned 16. He is an outgoing, humorous, and popular student. Daniel enjoys being the center of attention and seems to revel in being a leader. Brianna is senior and attends the same school as Daniel. Daniel and Brianna seem to have the same group of friends. Teachers have noticed that Brianna has not been her usual, outgoing self lately. They initially think this is likely due to typical changes such as seniors get ready to transition to college, military, or work.

Daniel and Brianna’s school policy is that they are to keep their phones in their backpacks during class time, but the students can use their phones during lunch and other specific school activities. Mark, father to Brianna, asked to speak with the school administrator. Mark reported that he recently learned that about a month ago, Brianna received pictures from Daniel via text of his exposed genitals while at school. Daniel has also asked Brianna over text to send him pictures of herself. Mark shared that Brianna says Daniel will “flash” her, or expose his genitals in person. Per Brianna, this has occurred several times while they are at school and at other school-related activities. Mark is upset because Brianna, who has always loved school and being with friends, has begun to make excuses about being sick so she doesn’t have to go to school. Mark is worried that his daughter is depressed. 

 

 

Sexual Behavior Reflection Tool

Team Responses

 

Is the behavior random or infrequent?

No. There is a pattern of incidences that have occurred.

 

 

Is the behavior typical for the child’s age and developmental ability?

No. Students this age should understand that we do not expose genitals to others.

 

 

Is the behavior driven by curiosity, exploration, and playfulness?

While Daniel may not intend to do harm to others, his actions have affected Brianna in a way that is affecting how she feels about herself, school, and friends.

 

 

If other students are involved, is it mutual and good-humored?

No. The behavior is unwanted by Brianna.

 

 

If other students are involved, do they know each other well and are they of a similar age and development (<2 years)?

Yes, they attend the school together and have the same group of friends.

 

 

Is the behavior easily redirected?

We aren't sure if anyone has tried to redirect Daniel's behavior or what type of preventive efforts are in place.

 

 

Normative Sexual Behavior?

This is a non-normative sexual behavior because there is a repeated pattern and it is having an emotional impact on Brianna that is affecting her participation in school, and with peers.