Navigating the Complexities of Teen Sexting and Sexual Trends
A surprising one-third of young people between the ages of 11 and 21 have received a “sext.” Sexting (sending or receiving texts, photos, or videos containing sexually explicit content) has become a common behavior, especially among older teens. In a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, psychologist Debby Herbenick brings to our attention that sexting is a topic of enormous concern, especially among parents of teens. Parents know that once a message is sent, they lose control over it, potentially leading to the content spreading widely across the of the internet.
Texts containing sexual content may seem harmless to young people because they often do not consider these serious potential consequences.
Strategies for Healing in Sibling Sexual Abuse Cases
In this webinar, host David Prescott leads a discussion with expert Linda Valenta regarding her innovative approach to addressing sibling sexual abuse. Her approach centers on fostering accountability, enhancing communication, and facilitating reparation through the joint therapy process. This method, introduced early in treatment, involves both the sibling who perpetrated the abuse and the sibling who was victimized.