Let's talk: pornography, part 2 (for parents of adolescents)

In this episode, Jenny and Justine reprise their chat about pornography (look up the previous episode which is for parents of younger, primary-aged children); but this time, focusing on how parents of secondary-aged children can approach the topic, answer questions, manage exposure incidents and inform themselves as part of preparing. ‘It’s not if but when’ is the catch-cry.

Links to research mentioned:

• Common Sense Media: ‘Teens & Pornography’ (2022) https://is.gd/4wCwP5
• UK Children’s Commissioner: ‘A lot of it is actually just abuse: Young people and pornography’ (2022) https://is.gd/0uXRrJ
• ARCSHS ‘The 7th National Survey of Australian Secondary Students & Sexual Health’ (2021) https://is.gd/m2kEy5

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And if you happen to have a younger child – aged 5 to 12 – you might be interested in our upcoming webinar for parents called Talk to me first: pornography. Justine will cover why it’s so important for parents to be pro-active about this issue, and how to best support young children when they’re exposed. Let’s face it, porn has changed the landscape and it’s an enormous challenge for schools and families, but most of all children.

What's covered:

• Why and when parents need to talk
• How to get conversations started
• How to respond if your child has seen pornography
• Where to go for help and support
• Q&A

Link to TryBooking, event Talk to me first: pornography, for parents and caregivers of children aged 5 - 12.

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Please visit our website sexeducationaustralia.com.au where you can listen to our other episodes and also browse our pages for resources, information and support.

Primary resources are listed here: https://sexeducationaustralia.com.au/resources-2/resources-for-parents/

Secondary resources are here: https://sexeducationaustralia.com.au/resources-2/secondary-resources/
 
Thanks for listening!
 
Jenny + Justine