Fr. Sean discusses teens and the use of porn and parent's role- Ep. 3 - a podcast by Fr. John Arnold

The threat of pornography for teens?

"The most important insight is that the first person to talk to kids about sex honestly, is the person that kids will believe. Our children have lots of influences, their parents should be the most important influence in the teen years!"

Sexual addictions can begin in the teen years. Young people’s good and healthy interest in sexuality and dating can be twisted by the exposure to pornography. Fr. Sean Kilcawley and Fr. John discuss the threats to young people in their teen years and how parents can help. Fr. Sean recommends leaving a copy of Plunging Pornography: A Catholic Bathroom Book, Paperback – 2016 by D.J. Hueneman (Author) Also, some helpful comments for parents in discussing issues of sex, family, dating and the call to chastity. Wonderfully Made! Babies: A Catholic Perspective on How and Why God Makes Babies (for ages 9 and up) Paperback – March 19, 2014 by Ellen Giangiordano (Author), Lorraine Williams OCDS (Illustrator), is a helpful guide for parents to read with children and discuss these concerns.
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