We all know that youngsters can’t help but cringe when they hear their parents talking about sex. Pic: ShutterstockThe research found that two thirds of Gen Z said they felt awkward when hearing their parents talk about sex – if they do understand what they’re talking about. And 82% of over-50s said some of the new Gen Z terms sound harsher and more explicit. These include phrases such as ‘link’ or ‘sneaky link’ (used by 75% of Gen Zs), and ‘Netflix and chill’ (65%). ‘Terms for sex have often relied on euphemisms, slang or metaphor, as to talk directly about the act itself is taboo.’