Articles on Internet Pornography

By Dr. Lynn Margolies

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Approaching Difficult TopicsGetting Teens to Talk (and Listen)Guilt & AnxietyParenting ChallengesInternet PornographyRisk, Danger, & Self-Destructive BehaviorTeens & Young AdultsUnderstanding the Teenage MindsetDifficult ConversationsFamily IssuesMen’s IssuesUnlocking Potential

How to Be Protective When Your Son Thinks He Is Gay

Parents don’t have the power to influence whether their child is gay or not, but do have the power to influence how their child feels about themselves. A close relationship with parents has been found to provide the best insulation from dangers in the outside world.
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Dr. Lynn Margolies
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How to Resist Temptation & Be More in Control

There are two states of mind we can be in when it comes to temptation: zooming in and fantasizing about the rush, or zooming out and seeing the broader picture of how things will play out if we act on our impulses. Knowing where our actions will lead before a tempting situation takes hold gives us a chance to make an informed decision.
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Dr. Lynn Margolies
Approaching Difficult TopicsParenting ChallengesInternet PornographyRisk, Danger, & Self-Destructive BehaviorTeens & Young AdultsUnderstanding the Teenage MindsetDifficult ConversationsFamily Issues

What Parents Don’t Know About Internet Porn: a Parent Guide

Parents can mediate the negative effects of internet porn on teens.
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Dr. Lynn Margolies
Approaching Difficult TopicsParenting ChallengesInternet PornographyRisk, Danger, & Self-Destructive BehaviorTeens & Young AdultsUnderstanding the Teenage MindsetDifficult ConversationsFamily Issues

What Teens Are Doing Online (and Don’t Tell Their Parents)

Why do teens watch porn? How it impacts their views on sex, consent, and relationships—and what parents can do to effectively address these issues.
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Dr. Lynn Margolies