Addressing the use of pornography & sexting among children & young people

One day training course

19 June 2013; 9:30 - 3:45

Holiday Inn, Ipswich Road, Norwich NR4 6EP

Anecdotal reports from a range of professionals who work with young people tell us that whilst many young people see pornography in negative terms as degrading and leading to pressure to take part in unwanted sexual practices there is also an acknowledgement that, because of its explicit nature, it is used to gain greater knowledge of sex. According to the UK Council for Child Internet safety 90% of young people said they have viewed pornography.

In a survey of over 400 young people carried out by our working group the majority of the respondents said that adults should raise the issue of pornography with young people by talking,listening and discussing the issue with them.

This course investgates and explores the many different issues associated with pornography and the effect it can have on young peoples education, their understanding of sex and sexual health and the impact on their relationships, self-esteem and body image.

For further information about the course, including specific learning objectives, please follow this link.