What is a wet dream?

Understanding wet dreams in teenagers: They are a normal, biological phenomenon linked to puberty, not caused by one’s behaviour.

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Understanding Wet Dreams: What Are They? Wet dreams, also known scientifically as nocturnal emissions, are a natural part of growing up for many teens. They typically begin during puberty and can occur in both males and females, though they are more commonly reported among boys. A wet dream involves either ejaculating semen during sleep for boys or experiencing vaginal lubrication for girls, often coinciding with a sexually suggestive dream, although the dream itself is not always remembered. Why Do Wet Dreams Happen? The roots of why wet dreams occur are deeply planted in the biological changes of puberty. As adolescents...
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