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Category Archives: Children
Benedict Interview: Every Child at Risk of Early Exposure to Pornography
In my recent interview with Dr Allan Hedburg, he asked what type of home and what type of child were most vulnerable to pornography. My answer may surprise you. I shared what I wholeheartedly believe, that “every home and … Continue reading
Posted in Addiction, Children, Parents, Recovery, Sexual Addiction, Teens
Tagged children, parent, pornograph, protecting, recovery
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How Paying Attention Protects Our Children from Porn
In my recent interview with Lisa Shanklin of Educate Empower Kids, we focused on one of the topics emphasized in my book – protecting children from pornography. In the chapter entitled “How Paying Attention Protects Our Children from Porn” and in this … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Parents, Recovery, Sexual Addiction, Teens
Tagged children, parents, pornography
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Talking to Teens About Pornography (YouthSTAR Parent Night)
Tonight I have the privilege of leading another YouthSTAR Parent Night for families in our program. I look forward to sharing with them a clip from the following video called “What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew When Addressing the Issue … Continue reading
Posted in Anti-Porn Movement, Children, Parents
Tagged parents, pornography, teens, YouthSTAR
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“Protecting Children from Pornography: How to Equip Parents”- Fresno Seminar for Mental Health Professionals & Students (June 18th)
On June 18th, CAMFT (Central San Joaquin Valley Chapter) is hosting a seminar called “Protecting Children from Pornography:How to Equip Parents“. This seminar is presented by Forest Benedict, LMFT, SATP-C, who specializes in sexual addiction treatment and presents often to … Continue reading
Posted in Addiction, Children, Parents, Science, Sexual Addiction
Tagged pornography, protecting children, seminar
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“Vote for Love, Not Porn” in Today’s Fresno Bee
I am grateful to announce that my article called “Vote for Love” is in today’s Fresno Bee (click here to read it online). May it deepen people’s awareness and inspire action. Please help us spread the word! I invite you … Continue reading
New Group for Adult Daughters of Sexual Addicts (Starting June 9)
A unique and much-needed group for adult daughters of sexual addicts is beginning June 9 at Northpoint Church in Fresno called “Ready to Heal”. This group is created and led by Julie, who is an adult daughter of a sexual addicts herself. … Continue reading
Posted in Addiction, Children, Parents, Partner of Sexual Addict, Recovery, Sexual Addiction
Tagged daughter, group, sexual addiction
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“Vote for Love” by Forest Benedict, LMFT, SATP-C
With elections on everyone’s minds, this is a season when every vote matters. While we focus on polls and politics, another local election looms. Recent news just revealed Hustler’s hopes to put up shop in our city. If they come, … Continue reading
Posted in Addiction, Anti-Porn Movement, Change, Children, Inspiration, Parents, Partner of Sexual Addict, Recovery, Sexual Addiction, Shame, Teens
Tagged anti-porn movement, election, pornography, recovery, sexual addiction, vote
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