Telling a child to stop masturbating rarely eliminates it, even if such requests are backed with threats of punishment or claims that masturbation is harmful.

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Masturbation is a natural and common behavior among children and adults. Attempts to stop it through threats or misinformation often fail because they do not address the underlying curiosity, biological drives, or pleasure associated with the behavior.

Telling a Child to Stop Masturbating Rarely Eliminates It, Even