Acknowledging and discussing the dangers of online pornography is a great first step with your kids. But now what? How do you create resiliency in our increasingly disconnected, hyper-sexualized world? How do we keep talking and building deep connection? We will discuss the how to of having the talk and small, simple steps any busy parent can do to help their kids reject pornography and avoid addiction.
As Dina Alexander, founder and president of EEK has said,”With exposure to pornography happening younger and younger, it has become imperative to start these conversations early. But it should not be difficult or awkward, it should be simple and straightforward and should be seen as an opportunity to connect with our kids on a new level. That’s why we have provided books and tons of online resources to simplify these talks. We can do this!”
What does a young child need to know about sexual intimacy? (I hope you see that ALL the following topics are related and discussing them will help protect/prepare your child for porn exposure.)
protective information (instincts, predators, how to say “no”)
bodily knowledge (anatomy, private vs. public)
relationship instruction (friendships, families, romantic relationships)
gender friendships vs. familial relationships
What does a young child need to know about pornography? (You need to understand that ALL of our children WILL be exposed to porn)
What it is
Where it exists
What to do when you see it
What does an teenager year old need to know about sexual intimacy?
Sex is healthy and amazing—focus on intimacy!
Positive and negative aspects of sex (Older kids and teens need to know about consent, how self-esteem is affected by sex, how sex means different things to boys and girls, what to do about unwanted sexual attention, and whatever else you think will empower your child with knowledge.)
Protective Information
Relationship Advice
Media Savviness
What does a teenager need to know about pornography?
There is an industry targeting her
It is addictive
It destroys relationships
It is damaging to society
There is a way back from habits/an addiction
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Educate and Empower Kids provides resources to parents and caregivers to encourage connection and healthy relationships through love, communication, education and empowerment. We aim to foster family and human connection through conversation, activities and quality time. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3), we offer the 30 Days of Sex Talks Program, the 30 Days to a Stronger Child Program, online resources and information and community workshops across the country to improve the lives of kids.
