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Hello Reader, I'll never forget hearing from a therapist that girls are often more vulnerable to porn than boys. In fact, research suggests that even if boys are more likely to view pornography regularly, girls often carry a heavier share of the consequences. In our new article, Does Pornography Harm Girls More Than Boys? What Parents of Daughters Should Know, you’ll learn:
Remember, even if your daughter never seeks it out, she (and her relationships) can be harmed by what pornography teaches boys, including normalizing coercive dating behavior and promoting sexual violence. Your daughter deserves to be prepared to avoid harmful content and reject toxic sexual scripts. Preparing her with a simple plan and age-appropriate language isn’t scaring her—it’s strengthening her. Read the full article now so you’re prepared to protect girls from the many harms of pornography.
Warmly, Kristen P.S. Start earlier than you think! Don’t wait for a crisis. Prepare your daughter with simple, age-appropriate language so she won't be caught off guard. Consider reading Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guide for Girls: How I Stay Safe, Smart & Confident starting at age 7 or 8. Help your kids learn to reject pornography! Our Good Pictures Bad Pictures books can give you the words, stories, and confidence to begin. |
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