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Question:
Hi, im 12 years old and i am masturbating. i started when i just turned 12. Am i at a too young age to masturbate?

Answer:
by Poosha Darbha: (07/02/2004)
Since you understand what masturbation is and what to expect out of it, there is absolutely no harm in starting at 12. There were many who began masturbating at a much younger age.

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Love and Relationships: Masturbation