Why talking to teens about pornography is essential

Parents need to have an open conversation with their teens about watching pornography, no matter how uncomfortable it might feel  

Pornography is one of the hardest topics for parents and guardians to deal with, according to Sarah Sproule, an occupational therapist and sex educator

Twelve is the average age children are exposed to pornography either intentionally or accidentally, according to research conducted by Common Sense Media. 

With some as young as 10 gaining access to content that will impact their views on sex and sexual relationships, and less than half of those represented in the research discussing what they see with a trusted adult, parents and caregivers are understandably concerned about their children's access to pornography which can reinforce unrealistic and dangerous representations.