And what age is appropriate? The American Academy of Pediatrics notes that on average, girls begin dating as early as 12 and a half years old, and boys a year older.

What if someone kisses you without your consent?

Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual act done by one person to another. Sexual touching of any kind that is unwanted or coerced, including kissing or groping. Rape means being forced to have vaginal, oral or anal intercourse against your will or without your full consent.