Keeping open and honest communication is the key in the prevention of porn use and addiction.
>Being open and honest about sex (at age appropriate levels) and having ongoing conversations about what having a healthy sexual relationship is will help reduce the need for children/teens to find out what sex is on their own by finding porn and thinking porn is "real and healthy" sex.
>Having a plan that was discussed in place for when someone in your home sees porn will curb secrecy and shame.
>Filters on devices and internet search engines are something to consider.
>Curfews on devices, and rules around where devices should be used can help. Most pornographic material is viewed on smart phones and viewed at night.
Here are some websites that help educate you about the issues with porn and also gives ways to help prevent having issues with porn.
DOWNLOAD our Safety packet HERE
Internet Safety 101
www.internetsafety101.org
Internet Safety 101® is a digitally-based internet safety resource designed to educate, equip and empower parents, educators and other adults with the knowledge and resources needed to protect children from Internet dangers including pornography, predators, cyberbullies and threats related to online gaming, social networking and mobile devices
While technology is ever-changing, the basics remain the same when it comes to internet safety. InternetSafety101.org is kept up-to-date with the most current information and resources on internet dangers and safety solutions.
Shared Hope International
www.sharedhope.org
Shared Hope International is dedicated to bringing an end to sex trafficking through our three-pronged approach – prevent, restore, and bring justice. Internet Safety videos and resources HERE
Social Media Safety 101: youthonline.sharedhope.org
Defend Young Minds
www.defendyoungminds.com
We educate, encourage and equip parents, professionals and community leaders to defend young minds from the harms of pornography. We are devoted to developing excellent tools, including books, curriculum, articles, guides, courses and communities, to help raise empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids.
Parents Aware podcasts
https://parentsaware.info/podcast/
Who knew honest conversations about parenting and pornography could be so laid-back and fun? Join Melody and Marilyn from Media Savvy Moms for a series of chats and interviews on their journey to help fellow parents tackle this challenging topic with their kids.
Educate and Empower Kids
www.educateempowerkids.org
Educate and Empower Kids (EEK) provides resources to parents and educators to encourage deep connection with their kids through media education, meaningful family communication and intentional parenting. We believe this must be done by teaching digital citizenship, media literacy, and healthy sexuality education—including education about the dangers of online pornography.
Protect Young Eyes
www.protectyoungeyes.com
We Help Families, Schools, And Churches Create Safer Digital Environments.
App reviews, best practices, books, device reviews, etc!
Culture Reframed
www.culturereframed.org
We help parents and other adults build kids’ resilience to hypersexualized media and porn
Fight the New Drug
www.fightthenewdrug.org
Fight the New Drug is a non-religious and non-legislative organization that exists to provide individuals the opportunity to make an informed decision regarding pornography by raising awareness on its harmful effects using only science, facts, and personal accounts.
Focus on the Family
www.focusonthefamily.com
Abundance of resources for anyone who is struggling, in need of encouragement, advice, etc for the individual and the whole family.
Focus on the Family is a global Christian ministry dedicated to helping families thrive. We provide help and resources for couples to build healthy marriages that reflect God’s design, and for parents to raise their children according to morals and values grounded in biblical principles.
Safe Search Kids
www.safesearchkids.com
Safe Search Kids is powered by Google for filtered search results.
Connect Safely
www.connectsafely.org
ConnectSafely.org is a Silicon Valley, Calif.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to educating users of connected technology about safety, privacy and security. Here you’ll find research-based safety tips, parents’ guidebooks, advice, news and commentary on all aspects of tech use and policy.
Common Sense Media
www.commonsensemedia.org
Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age. Learn how we rate and review and see our founding editors' 10 Beliefs. Our vision: Families taking charge of their digital choices.
National Center on Sexual Exploitation
www.endsexualexploitation.org/resources-parents
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) is the leading national organization exposing the links between all forms of sexual exploitation such as child sexual abuse, prostitution, sex trafficking and the public health crisis of pornography. As the thread of pornography in the web of sexual exploitation is systemically overlooked by society, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation has prominently advanced this issue as a central pillar of its projects in order to promote more holistic solutions.
Books that are helpful for talking to kids and teens:
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures and
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, Jr by Gail Poyner and Kristen A. Jenson
The Teen's Guide to Social Media and Mobile Devices by Jonathan McKee
These are not the only books or websites that will help you navigate this subject, but these sites are an excellent start and are filled with many, many resources and practical applications for your parenting tool-belt.
>Being open and honest about sex (at age appropriate levels) and having ongoing conversations about what having a healthy sexual relationship is will help reduce the need for children/teens to find out what sex is on their own by finding porn and thinking porn is "real and healthy" sex.
>Having a plan that was discussed in place for when someone in your home sees porn will curb secrecy and shame.
>Filters on devices and internet search engines are something to consider.
>Curfews on devices, and rules around where devices should be used can help. Most pornographic material is viewed on smart phones and viewed at night.
Here are some websites that help educate you about the issues with porn and also gives ways to help prevent having issues with porn.
DOWNLOAD our Safety packet HERE
Internet Safety 101
www.internetsafety101.org
Internet Safety 101® is a digitally-based internet safety resource designed to educate, equip and empower parents, educators and other adults with the knowledge and resources needed to protect children from Internet dangers including pornography, predators, cyberbullies and threats related to online gaming, social networking and mobile devices
While technology is ever-changing, the basics remain the same when it comes to internet safety. InternetSafety101.org is kept up-to-date with the most current information and resources on internet dangers and safety solutions.
Shared Hope International
www.sharedhope.org
Shared Hope International is dedicated to bringing an end to sex trafficking through our three-pronged approach – prevent, restore, and bring justice. Internet Safety videos and resources HERE
Social Media Safety 101: youthonline.sharedhope.org
Defend Young Minds
www.defendyoungminds.com
We educate, encourage and equip parents, professionals and community leaders to defend young minds from the harms of pornography. We are devoted to developing excellent tools, including books, curriculum, articles, guides, courses and communities, to help raise empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids.
Parents Aware podcasts
https://parentsaware.info/podcast/
Who knew honest conversations about parenting and pornography could be so laid-back and fun? Join Melody and Marilyn from Media Savvy Moms for a series of chats and interviews on their journey to help fellow parents tackle this challenging topic with their kids.
Educate and Empower Kids
www.educateempowerkids.org
Educate and Empower Kids (EEK) provides resources to parents and educators to encourage deep connection with their kids through media education, meaningful family communication and intentional parenting. We believe this must be done by teaching digital citizenship, media literacy, and healthy sexuality education—including education about the dangers of online pornography.
Protect Young Eyes
www.protectyoungeyes.com
We Help Families, Schools, And Churches Create Safer Digital Environments.
App reviews, best practices, books, device reviews, etc!
Culture Reframed
www.culturereframed.org
We help parents and other adults build kids’ resilience to hypersexualized media and porn
Fight the New Drug
www.fightthenewdrug.org
Fight the New Drug is a non-religious and non-legislative organization that exists to provide individuals the opportunity to make an informed decision regarding pornography by raising awareness on its harmful effects using only science, facts, and personal accounts.
Focus on the Family
www.focusonthefamily.com
Abundance of resources for anyone who is struggling, in need of encouragement, advice, etc for the individual and the whole family.
Focus on the Family is a global Christian ministry dedicated to helping families thrive. We provide help and resources for couples to build healthy marriages that reflect God’s design, and for parents to raise their children according to morals and values grounded in biblical principles.
Safe Search Kids
www.safesearchkids.com
Safe Search Kids is powered by Google for filtered search results.
Connect Safely
www.connectsafely.org
ConnectSafely.org is a Silicon Valley, Calif.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to educating users of connected technology about safety, privacy and security. Here you’ll find research-based safety tips, parents’ guidebooks, advice, news and commentary on all aspects of tech use and policy.
Common Sense Media
www.commonsensemedia.org
Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age. Learn how we rate and review and see our founding editors' 10 Beliefs. Our vision: Families taking charge of their digital choices.
National Center on Sexual Exploitation
www.endsexualexploitation.org/resources-parents
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) is the leading national organization exposing the links between all forms of sexual exploitation such as child sexual abuse, prostitution, sex trafficking and the public health crisis of pornography. As the thread of pornography in the web of sexual exploitation is systemically overlooked by society, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation has prominently advanced this issue as a central pillar of its projects in order to promote more holistic solutions.
Books that are helpful for talking to kids and teens:
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures and
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, Jr by Gail Poyner and Kristen A. Jenson
The Teen's Guide to Social Media and Mobile Devices by Jonathan McKee
These are not the only books or websites that will help you navigate this subject, but these sites are an excellent start and are filled with many, many resources and practical applications for your parenting tool-belt.
