Having the Sex Talks– When Kids Don’t Want to Listen
By Julia Bernards The last time I mentioned the word “sex” around my kids, they all cringed. As I continued, ear-plugging ensued, and finally, “can you just not use that word? It is so. . . ugh.” Clearly, my kids aren’t chomping at the bit for a chance to discuss...
A Pedophile’s Dream Come True–YouNow
By Amanda Grossman-Scott What you need to know about YouNow. What is it? A real-time livestreaming video app. Users broadcast live and other users chat and comment about what is going on. How long has it been around? Since June of 2011. Who are its users? According to...
Sexual Assault Awareness – Conversation Starters to Protect Your Children
Research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that approximately 1 in 6 boys and 1 in 4 girls are sexually abused before the age of 18. (National Sex Offender Website, n.d.) Parents can combat this statistic by having open and empowering...
Your Child Has Seen P*rn: Now What?
By Amanda Grossman-Scott Stay calm. Don’t you lose your cool. Your child is unlikely to keep listening if you start off by screaming “You saw WHAT?” when you find out that your child has seen porn. It’s important to keep a conversational tone. Ask how it...
