When working with youth, especially around tough topics like sex and relationships, you hear a common phrase come up often. “If you have questions, be sure to talk to a parent or trusted adult.” That term “trusted adult” is thrown around a lot. Usually it means an aunt/uncle, grandparent, or family friend. Or does it? Who are these “trusted adults” and what are you trusting them to do? There are so many assumptions that go along with appointing someone as a trusted adult, s