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Parents should take control of the discussion of healthy sexuality with their children because the reality is that children will see pornography at some point. If parents take initiative and discuss healthy sexuality early and often, they take away the secrecy surrounding sexuality. In turn, this mitigates curiosity. While these discussions may awaken some curiosity […]
Children need to know that it’s safe to talk to Mom and Dad about anything, including pornography. You can build trust with your children by speaking to them in a gentle tone, by being playful, by smiling and maintaining eye contact, and by expressing your love to them. Listen to promptings from the Spirit, and […]
When you discover your child has viewed pornography, be calm and provide unconditional love. Your child is already hurting and aching and just needs someone to talk to. Kids may initially want to run and hide, but you can remind them of the freedom that can be found with opening up and partaking of the […]
Elder Ballard discusses the importance of making the home an anchor in your children’s lives. That way, when they encounter pornography, they will know who they can turn to. Use family councils as a forum to address concerns with your children. Learn how to be a good listener because that will enable you to help […]
To foster healthy sexuality, parents need to teach progressive, developmental facts over multiple conversations. If you have these conversations with your children when they are young, they will come to trust you and will come to you when they see sexualized images. Be fully engaged, and do not shy away from talking about sexuality with […]
It can feel uncomfortable to approach your child after you have discovered that he or she is using pornography. First and foremost, always let your children know that you love them, and then listen. Give your children regular opportunities to open up about their life and media management to you. Both you and they will […]
People start or continue to use pornography for many reasons, but pornography use often starts out of curiosity. Teens who feel depressed may use pornography and get a small dopamine high that temporarily makes them feel better. Parents who have a strong relationship with their children are often able to discuss underlying challenges that may […]
What is the difference between shame and guilt with pornography? When you feel shame, you may think that you’re a bad person and that you need to hide your mistakes. When you feel guilt, you feel bad for mistakes you’ve made, but you know who you are and what your values are, and you see […]
Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ offer peace and strength for spouses of those overcoming pornography. As we turn to Jesus Christ, He can mend our broken hearts. Christ suffered pain to help each of us in our trials, including dealing with a spouse’s porn problem. SOURCE
Help children use their agency in overcoming pornography use. Because our children have agency, we cannot force them to change. Our first responsibility is to love and listen and help support them as they make changes in their lives. As we help and guide them through this experience, we should remember that we must help […]
