We all know sexting is a serious problem, but scientists say it may not as pervasive as once feared. Previous studies indicated that as many as one in five youth sent sexually explicit messages, pictures or videos of themselves to peers via their smartphones or computers. A new study, published in the journal Pediatrics, found that 2.5 percent of kids ages 10 to 17 took part in pictures or videos that would be considered sexting. Moreover, just half of those admitted to revealing their breasts or genitals on camera. The remainder posed in swimsuits, underwear or simply struck a sexy pose while fully clothed. Researchers said many of these photos are “no more revealing than what someone might see at a beach.”  Why the discrpency? Researchers say previous studies focused on older youth (the most prominent one polled people between the ages of 14 and 24) and wasn’t quite as rigorous, but they also admit some kids might’ve been less forthcoming than they’ve been in the past. This particular study was conducted via phone with parents’ permission. (Washington Post)