A Proactive Approach to Talking with Your Teen About Pornography | Parker Hymas (EP15)

What if understanding the effects of pornography could empower people to make healthier choices? In this episode, I speak with Parker Hymas from Fight the New Drug, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness about the harmful effects of pornography through research, facts, and personal stories. Parker dives into the organization’s mission to educate people — especially young audiences — on how porn impacts the brain, mental health, and society. The conversation explores the rise in pornography consumption during COVID-19, its broader societal effects, and the critical role parents play in guiding their children toward healthier habits.Links Discussed in This Episode |Book: Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. by Kristen JensonJo Robertson Episode (Fight the New Drug)TEDx Talk—Tips from a Sex Therapist on Talking to Your Kids About PornConnect with Fight the New Drug:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fightthenewdrug/ Website: https://fightthenewdrug.org/parents/Parent Resources: ftnd.org/parentsGeneral Resources: ftnd.org/resourcesFast Facts: ftnd.org/fastfactsDocumentary: ftnd.org/bhwPodcast: ftnd.org/podcast About Parker Hymas | Parker is the Director of Public Outreach at Fight the New Drug, a dynamic speaker, and a passionate advocate for fostering meaningful conversations. With a background in communications and a deep understanding of public engagement, he has dedicated his career to raising awareness about the harmful effects of pornography through science, facts, and personal accounts. Parker has the gift of gab—some say he could sell cookies to the Girl Scouts. Inspired by the #PornKillsLove campaign, Parker felt called to join the movement and become a Fighter. Now, he presents to thousands of students each year and leads FTND’s Public Outreach efforts, sparking critical discussions and driving societal change. When he's not speaking or furthering FTND's mission, Parker enjoys time with his wife, their two sons, and their ever-loyal dog. Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Armoire and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://www.armoire.style Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy