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Delaying boys’ exposure to porn is worth it, study says

Naysayers claim you can’t keep porn away from your kids forever. They are probably right. However, a new study suggests preventing your child’s first exposure to pornography as long as possible matters in later life.   The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Nebraska, surveyed 330 men between the ages …

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Talking to Kids About Pornography: Dos and Don’ts for Parents

Avoiding conversations about pornography is no longer a luxury parents can afford. Pornography can be an intimidating topic, though, so the Mormon Channel released a presentation about talking to kids about pornography. Although the video is produced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and includes religious themes, the panel, including a sex …

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Pastor Nathan: “How can families protect themselves from pornography?”

When pornography is everywhere, what can families do to protect themselves? We asked Pastor Nathan what advice he gives his congregation, and his recommendations are applicable to families of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Check out his answer below!     This holiday season, shield your family from pornography! Click here to learn more about …

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Pastor Nathan: “What Impact Have You Seen Pornography Have On Teenagers?”

Our blog post yesterday discussed a recent study indicating that teenagers who view pornography are more likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors (including multiple partners), more likely to use alcohol or other substances during sexual encounters, and have more permissive attitudes about sex.   We wanted to see what Pastor Nathan’s experiences with teenagers …

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Teen porn use linked risky sexual behavior and substance use

Teens who view online pornography may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors, including substance use and sexual relationships with multiple partners.   At a health center in New York City, researchers asked 443 teens between the ages of twelve and twenty-two years old about their pornography use, sexual behaviors, and substance use during …

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What Every Parent Needs To Know About Teens and Porn

Concerned about the ubiquity of pornographic content and its accessibility to teens, the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) and the Children’s Commissioner asked Middlesex University to research how many teens have been exposed to pornography and document the effect explicit content has on teens. The study’s findings make it clear …

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Violent and Sexual Media Hurts Academic Performance, Study Suggests

Can watching pornography or violent media hurt teens’ grades? A recent study says yes!   The researchers examined the grades and test scores of over 1500 Turkish teen boys and found a negative correlation between academic performance and viewing sexual or violent media. The connection held true even after controlling for total amount of screen …

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