Teen Porn Stories
A teen could be exposed to pornography through TikTok trends, Instagram photos that showcase twerking techniques for more likes or the latest Tinder match. Pornography presents an unrealistic view of intimacy which can harm romantic relationships from dating through marriage – violence may increase and forceful behavior may increase; in addition, people focus more on physical than on emotional and spiritual parts of relationships.
Many teens use pornography to gain knowledge about sexuality, yet it’s essential to remember that viewing pornographic materials could teach them incorrect lessons about intimacy. Watching such material could cause them to think they can recreate scenes they see during sex sessions with partners without their consent, for instance.
Talking with your teenager about pornography may not be easy, but the effort can pay dividends. Your goal should be to have a short conversation that addresses your concerns while opening up channels of respectful dialogue.
Emily Rothman is a professor at Boston University and co-author of “The Truth About Pornography: A Sexual Education Curriculum for High School Students Designed to Reduce Sex and Dating Violence.” In 2018 she presented a TED Talk entitled How Porn Changes the Way Teens Think About Sex. When not conducting research Emily enjoys spending time with family and taking her dog out for walks.