I can certainly understand your concern, smee64. As for what’s “normal,” I can tell you that a study found almost 40% of boys age 16 – 17 sought out porn online. And you're right - hormones, curiosity, and just plain interest in things sexual can have a strong pull on kids (especially teenage boys). Researchers are still unsure exactly how and to what extent porn affects kids. It sounds like you and your husband need to get on the same page about what’s acceptable in your family, then have... more >

Thanks for asking, ShapingYouth - you are such an important presence in the public discussion about youth, media and technology. Even though there have been many news reports about Hope's tragic case, I'm not sure anyone could ever know enough to say what could've prevented her suicide. An online-safety advocate who appeared on the Today Show blamed her school. The local St. Petersburg Times, which reported her story in detail... more >