This Father's Day Month, let's talk about an urgent issue: our children's exposure to sexual content online. Did you know that 95% of teenagers between 12 and 17 years old have access to a smartphone? Platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and Snapchat, which they use daily, expose them to inappropriate material, often without them even looking for it.

This unguided exposure can affect their emotional and cognitive development. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, frequent access to pornography can distort their view of relationships. Furthermore, the Journal of Adolescent Health warns that intense and repeated sexual stimulation can alter brain plasticity, affecting their judgment and perception of pleasure.

That's why your role is more important than ever . The best way to protect them isn't through absolute control, but through support. Talk to them. Listen to their concerns without judgment. Teach them to distinguish between reality and digital fiction.

Ready to shine?
Shining isn't about having all the answers, it's about being present. It's about creating a space where your children feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and learn. Don't be afraid to talk to them about sex: your guidance, your example, and your values ​​can be their greatest protection.

Let's talk!

For more information and support, contact us at 31462145 , with Karin Garcia, Psychologist

You can also find me on social media as Karin Garcia Psychologist

Literature

●      https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2018/05/31/teens-social-media-technology-2018/

●      https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/138/5/e20162592/60321/Media-Use-in-School-Aged-Children-and-Adolescents?autologincheck=redirected

●      https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/human-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2025.1477914/full