Have you ever wondered if you catch your kids watching porn, what would you do? How will you react not to make the situation WORSE?
Currently, at least 4.5 million porn sites are on the Internet, and more than 64,000 new visitors visit Pornhub every minute – a popular platform for sexual content. That is a part of the reason why children more easily access adult content today!
We understand parents will easily react negatively when they see their kids watching porn. But how to not let negative emotions overwhelm your children? How to handle this situation cleverly? Read all this article if you don’t want to take the WRONG action as other parents did in the same case.
5 most common FAQs when parents find out that kids watching porn
Ask: I found my kids are secretly watching porn and I’m ashamed and disgusted, what should I do?
Answer: CyberPurify understands your situation when finding out your child kids watching porn, it can be distressing and cause a range of (negative) emotions. But it’s important to remember that it is NORMAL for children and teenagers to be curious about sexuality.
What you need to do is understand why kids watching porn: Because they are curious about gender or your kid’s friends watch it, so they feel pressured to watch it too.
Whatever the reason, openly and calmly ask your kids!
With the spreading of porn content, even if they search for gender terms, there is an extremely high risk that they may stumble upon pornography even they want it or not!
That’s why besides understanding the root cause of why your kid is watching porn, what should you do next is also crucial.
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Ask: As a mother, I am concerned. Why is today’s youth watching so much porn and interested in having sex?
Answer: It’s natural to feel concerned about your child’s exposure to pornography, but it’s important to remember that it is a normal part of growing up and can be a learning opportunity for both you and your child. By approaching the situation with openness and understanding, you can help your child learn about healthy relationships and sexuality.
It is common for young people to be curious about sexuality and to explore this curiosity through various means, including the internet and pornography. However, not all young people watch pornography or are interested in having sex.
Many factors can contribute to a young person’s interest in pornography or sexual activity. These can include:
- Curiosity: As children and teenagers go through puberty and begin to learn about their bodies and sexuality, they may be naturally curious about sex and relationships.
- Peer pressure: Young people may feel pressure to fit in with their peers and may engage in behaviors that they believe are expected of them.
- Lack of education: If young people do not have access to accurate and comprehensive information about sex and relationships, they may turn to other sources, such as pornography, for information.
- Mental health issues: Some young people watch pornography or even commit other risky behaviors as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or other mental health challenges.
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Ask: Why is watching porn harmful to children? Does exposure to pornography at a young age have negative effects on adult sexuality?
Answer: YES, Exposure to pornography at a young age can have a range of negative effects on children and adolescents. Some of these effects may include:
- Distorted views of relationships and sexuality: Pornography often portrays unrealistic and unhealthy depictions of relationships, body image, and sexual activity. This can lead young people to develop distorted views of what is normal or acceptable in relationships and can impact their sexual behavior and expectations.
- Negative impact on mental health: Exposure to pornography can lead to feelings of shame, guilt, or anxiety and contribute to developing harmful attitudes toward sex and relationships.
- Risky behavior: Young people who watch pornography may be more likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors, such as not using protection or engaging in non-consensual activities.
- Addiction: Some people may develop an addiction to pornography, which can lead to negative consequences, such as problems with relationships, work, and mental health.
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Ask: How would you react if you caught your 11-year-old kids secretly watching porn?
Answer: Sexual curiosity is a natural part of your child’s development, and so don’t yell at them just because they are questioning sex and gender.
Sometimes children questions sex/gender simply because their parents don’t give them the answers they need or lectures at school are not effective enough, they have to find the answers for themselves. Looking at the problem from different perspectives parents!
Once discovered, your child may feel embarrassed, upset, or scared. Every child will feel this, but how you, as a parent, react can make a big difference.
Instead of making your child feel like they’ve done something wrong or have done something extremely serious, make sure you approach them calmly. This will help them feel more at ease when they open up and listen.
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Ask: I recently discovered my son has been watching pornography. How do I prevent my son from watching porn?
Answer: If you have discovered that your son kids watching porn, it is important to:
address the issue in a calm and non-judgmental way
Here are some steps you can take to prevent your son from watching pornography:
- Have a clear conversation about this issue:
Talk to your son about your concerns and explain why you believe pornography is not an appropriate or healthy form of entertainment. Listen to his perspective and try to understand his questions or concerns. Read more tips to talk about sensitive topics here.
2. Set boundaries for your children:
Make it clear to your son that it is not acceptable to watch pornography, and establish rules around internet use. Consider using parental control software to block inappropriate content.
3. Use content filtering tools
Talking is one of the best ways to help your child proactively stay away from porn, but don’t be subjective either as they can be very curious (especially when you’re not around).
Due to the vulnerable nature of children’s brains, it’s important to protect your child from pornography and have tools designed to do just that.
If you have ever been:
- Anxious when letting children go online, afraid they will be exposed to toxic content?
- Exhausted when you have to count their screen time and constantly remind them to turn off the device?
- Weary when they keep begging for “5 more mins” but it always lasts more than 30 mins?
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4. Educate your son about gender, and sexuality:
Parents can provide accurate and age-appropriate information about healthy relationships and sexuality. This can help their children to make informed decisions about their behavior and to understand the importance of consent and healthy communication in relationships.
5. Seek support if needed:
If you feel overwhelmed or are not sure how to handle the situation, seek support from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.
It is natural to be concerned about your children’s exposure to pornography, but it is important to remember that it is a normal part of growing up and can be a learning opportunity for both you and your son.
By approaching the situation with openness and understanding, you can help your son learn about healthy relationships and sexuality and set appropriate boundaries around internet use.
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