Talking with Your Kids about Porn
by Faye Burdick
Book, 2010, 7 pp
In 1964, Justice Potter Stewart famously stated "I shall not today attempt further to define [obscene or pornographic content] . . . but I know it when I see it."
Many parents today feel the same way. With the broadcast media full of sexual images and magazines offering the latest tips on "driving your man/woman wild," it's hard to know where to draw the line with what is acceptable for our kids to see. Is Michelangelo's David, with its detailed representation of the naked male body, art or something you would prefer your daughter not see? Is "sexting" pornography or high-tech flirting? At what point does a writing, drawing, or photo cease being creative art and become porn?
And it's just as challenging to raise the issue when you know that line has clearly been crossed.
Previous generations may have hidden "girlie" magazines under the mattress, but with teens' near-unlimited access to the Internet, most parents accept that they can't control everything their children see. And if they do discover their child accessing objectionable sites, they may wonder "Is my child really seeking out pornography or just satisfying a natural curiosity?"
As uncomfortable as it may make you feel, communicating with your child and providing accurate information regarding sexuality is critical. Where does your child find accurate information regarding body parts, functions, hygiene, sexual intercourse, intimacy, and sexual orientation? Where does he or she find accurate information regarding safe sex, abusive sex, respect for her or his body, or STDs?
One way or another, you're going to have to find out! And this study can help. Reflection questions for parents and groups are included.
(1 session)
Many parents today feel the same way. With the broadcast media full of sexual images and magazines offering the latest tips on "driving your man/woman wild," it's hard to know where to draw the line with what is acceptable for our kids to see. Is Michelangelo's David, with its detailed representation of the naked male body, art or something you would prefer your daughter not see? Is "sexting" pornography or high-tech flirting? At what point does a writing, drawing, or photo cease being creative art and become porn?
And it's just as challenging to raise the issue when you know that line has clearly been crossed.
Previous generations may have hidden "girlie" magazines under the mattress, but with teens' near-unlimited access to the Internet, most parents accept that they can't control everything their children see. And if they do discover their child accessing objectionable sites, they may wonder "Is my child really seeking out pornography or just satisfying a natural curiosity?"
As uncomfortable as it may make you feel, communicating with your child and providing accurate information regarding sexuality is critical. Where does your child find accurate information regarding body parts, functions, hygiene, sexual intercourse, intimacy, and sexual orientation? Where does he or she find accurate information regarding safe sex, abusive sex, respect for her or his body, or STDs?
One way or another, you're going to have to find out! And this study can help. Reflection questions for parents and groups are included.
(1 session)
| Type | |
| Genre | Group Study/Workshop |
| Expression | General Writing/Recording |
| Topic | Addiction |
| Audience | Adults, Leaders |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | The Thoughtful Christian |
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