According to a study released by Australia’s eSafety Commissioner in September, 6% of male respondents were first exposed to porn before hitting their teens, while 13 was the average age for all young people surveyed. 😲

1. Unintentional Exposure: Only 22%, however, admitted to intentionally seeking it out, with more accidentally stumbling upon X-rated material via social media or pop-ups on other parts of the internet. 😮
2. Porn Literacy Programs: 📚 Porn literacy programs can help young people navigate and critically analyze explicit content. 🕵️♂️
3. Comprehensive Education: 💡 Comprehensive education on consent, respect, and the portrayal of sex in porn is essential. 🗣️
4. Restricting Access: 🚫 Restricting access to online porn sites may not be effective due to the digital native nature of today’s generation. 🚧
5. Open Conversations: 🗣️ Fostering open conversations and providing frameworks for understanding unrealistic aspects of porn can empower young people to make mindful choices. 💪
6. Multi-Faceted Approach: 🌟 Ultimately, a multi-faceted approach combining education, open dialogue, and critical thinking skills is needed to promote healthier attitudes towards sex and relationships among young people. 🌈

As a Relationship Counselor and Clinical Sexologist, I feel parents worldwide should:

1. Start conversations about sex and pornography early on with their children, in an age-appropriate manner. 😊
2. Educate themselves about healthy sexual relationships and consent to be able to guide their children effectively. 📚👪
3. Monitor their children’s online activities and use parental control software to restrict access to explicit content. 🚫🔞
4. Encourage critical thinking skills and media literacy to help children navigate and analyze explicit content they may encounter. 🤔💭

The government in Singapore should:

1. Develop comprehensive sex education programs that address healthy relationships, consent, and the impact of pornography. 📚🎓
2. Collaborate with schools to implement age-appropriate sex education from an early age. 👩🏫👨🏫
3. Support research on the effects of pornography on young people and use the findings to inform policies and interventions. 📝🔬
4. Provide funding for porn literacy programs and initiatives aimed at promoting healthy attitudes towards sex and relationships. 💰💪

As a society, Singapore should:

1. Challenge societal norms that perpetuate harmful stereotypes about sex and relationships. 🚫❌
2. Foster a culture of open dialogue about sex and provide safe spaces for discussions. 🗣️💬
3. Promote positive role models and media representations of healthy relationships. 👫🌟
4. Support organizations and initiatives that provide resources and support for young people navigating the impact of pornography. 🤝🙌

Parents in Singapore should:

1. Be proactive in discussing sex and pornography with their children, emphasizing consent, respect, and healthy relationships. 👨👩👧👦💑
2. Stay informed about the latest trends in technology and social media platforms to better understand potential exposure risks. 📱📲
3. Encourage their children to ask questions and provide accurate information about sex rather than relying solely on pornographic material. ❓📚
4. Seek professional help from relationship counselors or clinical sexologists if they need guidance in addressing the impact of pornography on their children. 🆘👥💼

By implementing these recommendations, parents worldwide and the Singaporean government, society, culture, and people can work together to create a healthier environment for young people, promoting positive attitudes towards sex and relationships while mitigating the potential negative effects of pornography. 🌍🤝❤️