The Dangers of Online Pornography: Fighting the New Drug with Parker Hymas

Protecting Kids from the Dangers of Pornography   In this episode, Andy discusses the protection of children from the dangers of pornography with Parker Hymas, Director of Public Outreach at Fight The New Drug. They take a hard look into the different ways children might be exposed to porn, the impacts it has on their mental health and behavior, and effective strategies for parents to have open conversations about this sensitive issue. Additionally, they discuss the impact of platforms like OnlyFans on modern society and self-exploitation.   For more from Fight The New Drug: https://fightthenewdrug.org Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD.  Level Up your parenting with my ebook about protecting your kids while gaming online. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📺 Subscribe to The Secure Dad on YouTube 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website   00:00 Welcome to The Secure Family Podcast 01:00 Protecting Your Identity with DeleteMe 01:52 Meet Parker Hymas from Fight The New Drug 02:50 Parker's Journey to Fight The New Drug 05:50 Understanding the Impact of Pornography 08:49 The Dark Side of the Porn Industry 15:09 How Kids Are Exposed to Pornography 17:29 Tips for Parents to Talk About Pornography 18:48 Preparing for Job Interviews vs. Talking to Kids About Pornography 19:27 The Importance of Open Conversations with Kids 20:08 Parents' Expectations and the Reality of Solutions 22:09 The Impact of Pornography on Relationships 26:31 The Rise of OnlyFans and Its Dangers 32:57 Addressing Pornography Exposure and Avoiding Shame 35:10 Resources and Final Thoughts   The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC.